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READ MORE: Upper Motor Neuron Disorders: Symptoms, Treatment, and MoreUpper motor neuron disorders represent a complex and challenging category of neurological conditions that significantly impact movement and muscle control. These disorders stem from damage to the upper motor neurons, which are critical in transmitting signals from the brain to the spinal cord, to control voluntary movements. In this comprehensive blog post, we’ll delve into…
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READ MORE: The Path to Progress: A Guide to Exercises for Stroke PatientsA stroke can be a life-altering event, impacting not only physical health but also mental and emotional well-being. Survivors often face challenges in regaining strength, mobility, and independence. However, through targeted exercises and rehabilitation, many stroke patients can make significant progress in their recovery journey. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore a range of exercises…
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READ MORE: A Guide to Functional Training Exercises for Mobility in 1.16At CIONIC, we are committed to helping our customers improve their mobility. In addition to creating a range of protocols that target activities like walking and stationary cycling, we have developed a library of exercises targeting the major muscle groups of the leg, designed to improve strength and conditioning for the muscles and movement patterns…
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READ MORE: Jan’s Story: Movement, Motivation, and Cerebral Palsy Awareness MonthIf you are part of the CIONIC community, undoubtedly you have met Jan. Her incredible story was first featured on CBS Bay Area while she was part of our original home trial, and she has been a shining light in our community ever since we first met her almost two years ago. Jan has a diagnosis of…
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READ MORE: 10 Brain Exercises for Stroke RecoverySuffering a stroke is a life-altering event that can disrupt not only physical abilities but also cognitive functions and overall quality of life. While rehabilitation often focuses on physical therapy and exercises that improve mobility, engaging in brain exercises for stroke recovery can be equally important. These exercises not only aid in improving cognitive function but…
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READ MORE: 6 Exercises to Improve Gait and BalanceThe holiday season is upon us, and for many people, this may involve parties and family get-togethers, holiday shopping in busy stores and crowded parking lots, rainy or snowy days, and slippery sidewalks. Although this festive time of year can be full of joy, it can also pose particular challenges to those who may have…
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READ MORE: Global Challenges, Global PartnersLast week, CIONIC presented the outcomes of a partnership with the Laboratory for Engineering of the Neuromuscular System (LISiN) at The Polytechnic University of Turin. The partnership with Dr. Alberto Botter (a recently announced member of the CIONIC Scientific Advisory Board), and his team, including Dr. Giacinto Luigi Cerone, aimed to develop the complex technical…
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READ MORE: Mobility is the Most Important Measure of HealthThe Growing Challenge of Mobility According to the CDC, 14 percent of adults in the United States have a mobility impairment [cit]. That’s roughly 35 million Americans. With the world population aging, mobility impairment is projected to grow to 20% of the US population and $1T in costs by 2050 [cit]. That is a concerning metric…
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READ MORE: CIONIC Stories: Ben on X-ALD, the Neural Sleeve, and AutonomyMy diagnosis came down like the guillotine: x-linked adrenoleukodystrophy. A long name, which sounded ominous. I remembered watching the film “Lorenzo’s Oil” when it came out in theaters. It told the true story of a boy falling into a vegetative state from the disease. I read the entry on Wikipedia, which spoke grimly of a…
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READ MORE: From the Super Bowl to Superpowering the Human BodyFor years, Super Bowl advertising has been dominated by the usual suspects: beer, soda, chips, cars, and insurance, to name a few. This year, however, medtech company Hologic is shelling out big bucks (2022 price tag: $6.5 million for 30 seconds air time) to be part of the Big Game conversation. They’re also advertising during Olympic…
