When lower motor neurons cannot receive signals from the ... weakness in their hands or feet followed by spreads into other body regions. They may have weakness in the torso muscles and may ...

Internal receptors respond to changes inside the body. For example, they can detect changes in the blood’s chemical properties or respond to potentially damaging stimuli by causing the perception of ...

New research shows that the adult brain can generate new neurons that integrate into key motor circuits, findings that may point to a new way to treat neurogenerative disorders.

A natural antioxidant found in foods like kale and berries, kaempferol, may help protect nerve cells and shows promise as a ...

In order to instantly facilitate these bodily processes, highly specialized sensory and motor neurons (as well as interneurons) are used to transmit these signals and coordinate the way your body ...

Scientists have gained greater clarity in the brain regions and neurons that control metabolism, body temperature and energy use. A team of researchers discovered which chemicals influence the signals ...

A new study from the University of Missouri shows a compound found in certain fruits and vegetables could hold key to ...

Scientists have developed a new method that can grow motor neurons from skin cells, which may serve as a platform for ALS ...

New research shows that the adult brain can generate new neurons that integrate into key motor circuits. The findings demonstrate that stimulating natural brain processes may help repair damaged ...

Activating a protein called potassium channel Kv2.1 may help improve motor function in SMA, making it a potential SMA treatment target.

New research shows that the adult brain can generate new neurons that integrate into key motor circuits. The findings ...