Researching novel approaches for treating neuropathic pain and chronic fatigue - Ep39
In this episode, Joan Banks-Smith, Creative Producer for Kessler Foundation, spoke with three researchers about their latest studies (see specific list below): Olga Boukrina, PhD, senior research scientist in the Center for Stroke Rehabilitation Research; Jeanne Zanca, PhD, senior research scientist in the Centers for Spinal Cord Injury and Outcomes and Assessment Research; and Glenn Wylie, DPhil, director of the Rocco Ortenzio Center for Neuroimaging at Kessler Foundation.
Fast Takes - Ep39
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Historically, it was believed that the brain stopped growing after childhood. We now know the contrary to be true. Neuroscience has confirmed that our brains change throughout our lives, from birth to death. The brain’s ability to rewire its circuitry and make adaptive changes, known as neuroplasticity, is why recovery after injury is possible.
But much about neuroplasticity is not well understood. Our researchers are using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and real-time neurofeedback capabilities to conduct several novel pilot studies. Their goal is to correlate changes in the brain to changes in behavior and function.
Funding sources: David F. Bolger Trust and Craig H. Neilsen Foundation
Learn more about: Dr. Olga Boukrina, Dr. Glenn Wylie, Dr. Jeanne Zanca
Center for Outcomes and Assessment Research
Center for Spinal Cord Injury Research
Center for Stroke Research
Rocco Ortenzio Neuroimaging Center at Kessler Foundation
Interested in joining a study mentioned in this podcast?
Strategies for Stroke Rehabilitation: fMRI Neurofeedback and Motor Imagery, PI: Olga Boukrina, PhD,
Assessment of Cognitive Fatigue in the Aging, PI: Glenn Wylie, DPhil
Mental Fatigue among Individuals with Stroke, PI: Glenn Wylie, DPhil
Brain Activity in People with Chronic Neuropathic Pain and SCI, PI: Jeanne Zanca, PhD,
Interested in joining a study?
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Read the transcript.
Historically, it was believed that the brain stopped growing after childhood. We now know the contrary to be true. Neuroscience has confirmed that our brains change throughout our lives, from birth to death. The brain’s ability to rewire its circuitry and make adaptive changes, known as neuroplasticity, is why recovery after injury is possible.
But much about neuroplasticity is not well understood. Our researchers are using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and real-time neurofeedback capabilities to conduct several novel pilot studies. Their goal is to correlate changes in the brain to changes in behavior and function.
Funding sources: David F. Bolger Trust and Craig H. Neilsen Foundation
Learn more about: Dr. Olga Boukrina, Dr. Glenn Wylie, Dr. Jeanne Zanca
Center for Outcomes and Assessment Research
Center for Spinal Cord Injury Research
Center for Stroke Research
Rocco Ortenzio Neuroimaging Center at Kessler Foundation
Interested in joining a study mentioned in this podcast?
Strategies for Stroke Rehabilitation: fMRI Neurofeedback and Motor Imagery, PI: Olga Boukrina, PhD,
Assessment of Cognitive Fatigue in the Aging, PI: Glenn Wylie, DPhil
Mental Fatigue among Individuals with Stroke, PI: Glenn Wylie, DPhil
Brain Activity in People with Chronic Neuropathic Pain and SCI, PI: Jeanne Zanca, PhD,
Interested in joining a study?
==============================================
Tuned in to our podcast series lately? Join our listeners in 90 countries who enjoy learning about the work of Kessler Foundation. Be sure to subscribe to our SoundCloud channel “KesslerFoundation” for more research updates.
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts.
This podcast was recorded remotely on May 16, 2022, and was edited and produced by Joan Banks-Smith, Creative Producer for Kessler Foundation.
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