by Sharon Kuttner | Jul 29, 2020 | TBI and Brain Condition Research
Abstract Background: Given that the therapeutic effect of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy on traumatic brain injury (TBI) has been debated for a long time, it is necessary to clarify the mechanism underlying the effect of HBO on acute TBI. Methods: This study...
by Sharon Kuttner | Jul 29, 2020 | TBI and Brain Condition Research
Abstract Background Present study evaluates the neuroprotective effect of β-elemene alone and in combination with hyperbaric oxygen (HO) in traumatic brain injury (TBI). Methodology TBI was induced by dropping a weight from a specific height. All the animals were...
by Sharon Kuttner | Jul 29, 2020 | TBI and Brain Condition Research
Abstract Background: Recent clinical studies in stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI) victims suffering chronic neurological injury present evidence that hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can induce neuroplasticity. Objective: To assess the neurotherapeutic effect of...
by Sharon Kuttner | Jul 29, 2020 | TBI and Brain Condition Research
Abstract Background Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the leading cause of death and disability in the US. Approximately 70-90% of the TBI cases are classified as mild, and up to 25% of them will not recover and suffer chronic neurocognitive impairments. The main...