In a recent study, a nasal spray containing a ketamine derivative has shown superior results compared to one of the standard oral antidepressant drugs. The study involved nearly 700 participants who were diagnosed with treatment-resistant depression. The nasal spray, called esketamine, outperformed the oral antidepressant in relieving symptoms of depression. This exciting finding suggests that […]
Published on October 5, 2023
Imagine a tightrope walker trying to maintain balance on a shaky rope. They might shift their weight or twist their body to counteract the sway. Similarly, patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) employ compensatory mechanisms to mitigate instability during static standing. These mechanisms manifest as abnormal postures, such as stooped positions or Pisa syndrome. A recent […]
Published on October 5, 2023
Imagine that your brain is a garden, and you’re trying to nurture the plants to bloom and flourish. In the world of Parkinson’s disease (PD), researchers are investigating a new tool called intermittent theta-burst stimulation (iTBS) to help the garden of the brain thrive. This study aims to understand how iTBS, when applied to the […]
Published on October 5, 2023