Neurological disorders and neurorestoration span a broad spectrum of conditions affecting the nervous system, from the brain and spinal cord to peripheral nerves, often presenting with various symptoms like cognitive decline, movement impairments, sensory deficits, and autonomic dysfunction. Among the prevalent neurological disorders are Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Neurorestoration, on the other hand, pertains to the intricate process of repairing or regenerating damaged neurons and neural circuits within the nervous system, encompassing strategies aimed at promoting neuronal survival, axonal regeneration, synaptic plasticity, and functional recovery following injury or disease. This concept integrates multidisciplinary efforts from neuroscience, neurology, neurosurgery, rehabilitation medicine, and biomedical engineering. Scientists and clinicians explore diverse approaches such as stem cell therapy, gene therapy, neurotrophic factors, electrical stimulation, pharmacological interventions, and rehabilitation techniques to advance neurorestoration. However, significant challenges persist, including the complexity of the nervous system, incomplete understanding of neuroregeneration mechanisms, ethical considerations, and the necessity for effective delivery methods for therapeutic agents. Despite these hurdles, ongoing research in neurological disorders and neurorestoration continues to drive progress, enhancing our comprehension of the nervous system and paving the way for innovative treatments to alleviate symptoms, mitigate disease progression, and enhance the quality of life for affected patients.
Title : A case of vile vindictive primary CNS vasculitis
George Diaz, Memorial Healthcare Systems, United States
Title : Novel important cellular responses, signaling mechanisms and therapeutic options in vascular dementia
Yong Xiao Wang, Albany Medical College, United States
Title : The role of beliefs, perception, and behavioural patterns in the evolution of psychophysical disorders
Ken Ware, NeuroPhysics Therapy Institute and Research Centre, Australia
Title : Narrative medicine: A communication therapy for the communication disorder of Functional Seizures (FS) [also known as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)]
Robert B Slocum, University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
Title : How have we eliminated infection: From the bone to brain?
Thomas J Webster, Interstellar Therapeutics, United States
Title : Cervical stenosis-induced chronic cerebrospinal fluid flow restriction as a contributing cause of dementia
Joe Sam Robinson, Mercer University, United States