5. Non-invasive brain stimulation proven to improve memory
Scientists at Northwestern University have successfully used a non-invasive brain stimulation for the first time that can be used like a scalpel to make specific improvements in precise memory.Precise memory, for example, is used to recall specific colors, shapes and locations of buildings, versus just knowing the name of the town that the building is located in. Scientists were able to improve the precision of patients’ memory for identifying locations by stimulating the area of the brain that holds spatial memory.
Using an MRI, scientists were able to determine where memory-related brain networks were located and stimulated them with non-invasive electromagnetic stimulation. The brain stimulation lasted 24 hours and correlated with brain activity changes.
Scientists used detailed memory tests to prove that spatial precision memory was improved and an EEG reading showed that brain network function was improved.
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Patricia T Perry says
Hey. I have a son in law that suffers from chronic stomach pain and has for many years. He is 44 and has been to John Hopkins, Duke, and smaller hospitals over the last 10 plus years. All they can do is give him medicine. He is disabled, in the bed most of the time, unable to be a husband or father of an autistic 6 year old. He has developed diabetes now. They say there is a disconnect between his brain and the nerve linings of his stomach. I happened to see this article and was wondering if this brain stimulation could be an answer to prayer. What do you think?
Regards,
Pat
Chris Newmarker says
Thanks for reaching out, Pat. I’m not an expert, so I don’t know enough to answer your question intelligently. I would suggest reaching out to researchers and companies doing neuromodulation work and get their opinions. EnteroMedics, for example, has a neuromodulation device to treat obesity. (http://www.enteromedics.com/) Perhaps they might have insights? Hope this helps. Hope your son-in-law’s health improves.