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UAMS Seeks Stroke Patients for Study on Preventing Falls
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has expanded its stroke research efforts with a $100,000 federal grant that focuses on helping stroke survivors avoid future injuries due to falls by studying strength and balance.
Funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the two-year pilot study is led by UAMS’ Mark Mennemeier, Ph.D., an associate professor of neurobiology and developmental sciences.
Because alertness appears to play a role in strength and balance …
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ALS Association: Provides help to ALS patients and their families through research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy. Includes a nationwide network of 30 certified ALS clinics which provide state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary ALS care and services. (800) 782-4747
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Alzheimer’s Association: Provides reliable information, care consultation and supportive services for dementia caregivers through state …
