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Traumatic Brain Injury
October 9, 2024

Stem Cell Therapy For Traumatic Brain Injury

by Guest Author

Pacific Neuroscience Institute® and Providence Saint John’s Health Center were key participants in a research study showing remarkable improvements for patients who were administered stem cells directly into the site of their traumatic brain injury.

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October 7, 2024

Overcoming Trigeminal Neuralgia: Agnes’s Journey to Pain-Free Living

by PNI Experts

Follow Agnes's courageous journey with trigeminal neuralgia, from a simple toothache to a life-changing diagnosis. Explore her journey through treatment options, culminating in a successful surgery at the Facial Pain Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute® (PNI).

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October 3, 2024

October is Facial Pain Awareness Month

by Zara Jethani

An estimated 39 million people on the US have some degree of facial pain including TMJ dysfunction and notoriously painful Trigeminal Neuralgia. Read about these painful syndromes and available medical and surgical treatment options.

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October 1, 2024

Reconnecting After Hearing Loss

by Guest Author

Dr. Courtney Voelker & Dr. Rebecca Lewis, restored Father Timothy McGowan’s hearing with cochlear implants so he could get back to the work he loves.

September 27, 2024

Alzheimer’s Disease In Women

by Scott Kaiser

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects both men and women, but there are some differences in how it affects women. Learn more.

MIND Diet
September 20, 2024

What is the MIND diet?

by Molly Rapozo

The MIND diet aims to reduce dementia and the decline in brain health that often occurs as people age. It combines aspects of two well-researched diets, the Mediterranean Diet and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH).

September 18, 2024

Plastic Surgery for the Vocal Cords│Dr. Omid B. Mehdizadeh

by Anthony Effinger

This episode comes from the ThinkNeuro Podcast, Dr. Omid Mehdizadeh, an otolaryngologist specializing in voice and swallowing disorders, explains how innovative treatments, like vocal cord injections, can help patients regain their voice and improve swallowing function. Dr. Mehdizadeh shares how aging, strokes, and other conditions affect the vocal cords and what can be done to restore their function. Listen to this episode to learn about the importance of vocal cord health and the advanced techniques used to treat them.

Blue Zones and Ikigai
September 11, 2024

Blue Zones for Longevity

by PNI Experts

The ancient Japanese traditions of Ikigai and hara hachi bu offer valuable wisdom on how to live a long, healthy, and joyful life. Learn more.

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September 9, 2024

Brain Cancer Causes and Risk Factors: Why did I get a Brain Tumor?

by Zara Jethani

Originally published February 8, 2016; Updated August 29, 2024 Unfortunately there is no clear answer to this question. At this time, seeking out top neurosurgeons and high quality neuro-oncological care is the only way we have of dealing of brain, pituitary and skull base tumors. Looking at...

hydrocephalus
September 6, 2024

Understanding Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus: A Guide

by Zara Jethani

Normal pressure hydrocephalus is characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain’s ventricles, leading to increased pressure that can damage brain tissues. Learn more.

Last updated: September 5th, 2024