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Clinical evidence of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for Alzheimer’s disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

ObjectiveTo evaluate the potential benefits of hyperbaric oxygen intervention on people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) based on the existing randomized controlled trials (RCTs).MethodsA systematic search was conducted in nine databases until November 17, 2023, for RCTs assessing the effect of hyperbaric oxygen intervention for AD. The primary outcomes included Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), Alzheimer’s Disease […]

Published on March 21, 2024

The sensitivity and criterion of sense of agency

The sense of agency, which refers to the subjective feeling of control, is an essential aspect of self-consciousness. We argue that distinguishing between the sensitivity and criterion of this feeling is important for discussing individual differences in the sense of agency and its connections with other cognitive functions. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on March 21, 2024

Reduced maximal range of ocular movements and its response to acute levodopa challenge in Parkinson’s disease

IntroductionAlthough restriction of vertical ocular range of motion is known to be the hallmark of progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), the maximal amplitude of ocular movement has not been quantitatively assessed despite of accumulating evidences of oculomotor dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Here, we evaluated the maximal oculomotor range and its response to levodopa in PD, […]

Published on March 20, 2024