Albert Alice
Member since: Jul 27, 2021
Published articles: 118
Children with Cerebral Palsy often experience speech problems as a result of poor control over the muscles in their face, neck, and throat. This can impede their ability to learn and interact and also...
Spinal Muscular Atrophy is a rare genetic disorder that causes progressive muscle weakness and wastage. The symptoms are usually evident from birth, and infants who exhibit hypotonia and breathing...
Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA) is one among a group of rare diseases known collectively, as hereditary ataxias. It is a progressive condition that has no cure, and lifelong treatment is necessary to...
Parkinson’s disease is a neuro-degenerative condition that affects about one in every 100 people above the age of 60. It impacts movement and overall muscle function and also has psychiatric symptoms...
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear tear or injury need not be sustained by athletes or sportspersons only. Obesity, poor fitness levels, and several other risk factors can also increase the risk...
The advent of stem cell therapy has changed the way we view cardiovascular medicine. Let’s take a look at the regenerative abilities of stem cells, particularly mesenchymal stem cells, and their...
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder marked by recurrent seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain along with loss of consciousness. It affects people of all ages.The type of seizure...
The heart is vital for our existence. Every organ’s functioning depends on the heart. But, when the heart’s harmony is disrupted by heart disease that often causes lasting damage to the heart muscle...
In recent decades, stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions has significantly improved the quality of life of those suffering from excruciating pain. From alleviating pain, and improving...
Rheumatoid arthritis affects millions of people around the world. It is a chronic autoimmune condition that is characterised by painful inflammation in the joints. Gradually, as the condition...
We often take actions like eating and drinking for granted. For people with conditions like Motor Neuron Disease, however, these simple acts can pose significant challenges. Weakened muscles in the...
Being diagnosed with ALS is a challenging moment for both the patient and their family. A progressive neurodegenerative condition, ALS affects the nerves that control voluntary muscle movement and...
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative condition that affects patients above the age of 60. Muscle rigidity, tremors, bradykinesia (slow movements), and trouble speaking are all common symptoms of...
Parkinson’s Disease is a neuro-degenerative condition that affects movement and mobility in people over the age of 60. While there is no cure for the illness, treatment can slow disease progression...
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neuromuscular disease that attacks motor nerve cells in the brain (upper motor neurons) and spinal cord (lower motor neurons). In its initial...
A highly regarded neurologist and stem cell specialist, Dr Na’eem Sadiq studied neurology and clinical neurophysiology in London before working with some of England’s and the Middle East’s most prestigious medical institutions. He completed his MBBS