Over
the next fifteen years, the elderly
population in the U.S. is expected to grow by 40 percent. With that growth, experts expect the rate of
neurological diseases such as dementia, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, and strokes to
grow at an unprecedented rate. In fact Alzheimer’s disease is expected to
increase threefold and affect up to 16 million people.
To
meet these challenges, researchers such those at the Cleveland Clinic, a world
leader in the treatment of neurological diseases, have approached
the fight with a combination of cutting-edge technology, multidisciplinary
teamwork, and clinical research. For
example, they are one of only a few centers in the world conducting the
first-ever study of an immunotherapy that targets Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Hubert Fernandez, directory of the Center
for Neurological Restoration at Cleveland Clinic, says, “It’s a treatment that
works by stimulating the body’s natural defenses to help break down the
abnormal clumps of protein found in the brains of Parkinson patients.”
In
terms of Alzheimer’s, research is focused on improved treatments for symptoms
as well as ways to treat the disease itself.
Dr. Leverenz, a director of the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health in
Cleveland, explains that medications include “an antibody that attacks amyloid
deposits, the sticky, neuron-destroying protein plaques found in the brains of
people with disease.”
Other
advances include a FDA approved stent retriever for stroke victims. The device removes large clots from the blood
vessels leading to the brain. Also there
has been promising results using surgically implanted electrodes in the
cerebellum of stroke survivors who suffer from long-term paralysis. Using a combination of the electrodes and
therapy, patients have had restored movement.
At
MorningStar
of Sparks, we proudly serve the needs of our residents by
providing the finest independent living and assisted
living Reno and the surrounding area has to offer. Our community offers 128 bright suites for independent
living and 80 suites in assisted living for those needing help with the
activities of daily living. In addition,
32 secure suites in our Reflections Neighborhood are devoted to the specialized
care of residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Please
visit our website to learn more.
The unique mission statement of MorningStar of
Sparks, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living
communities. Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all seniors,
and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve. Dedicated to creating a
real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you to see for
yourself the finest independent and assisted living Reno/Sparks has to offer.
Source:washingtonpost.com/brand-studio/cleveland-clinic/keeping-your-mind/?noredirect=on
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