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China explores ultrasound therapy for brain injury recovery

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Chinese researchers are exploring the use of focused ultrasound waves as a non-invasive method to stimulate brain regions and potentially restore consciousness in patients with severe brain injuries. Early clinical trial results have shown promising signs, with one patient regaining speech, eating, and walking abilities after a coma. This technology, developed by institutions including the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, was presented at a brain-computer interface conference in Shenzhen. AI

IMPACT This research explores non-invasive methods for neurological rehabilitation, potentially advancing therapeutic applications beyond traditional BCI uses.

RANK_REASON Research into a novel therapeutic approach for brain injuries. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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China explores ultrasound therapy for brain injury recovery

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Minxiao Chang ·

    China joins global race to reawaken brain-injury patients through ultrasound therapy

    After spending three months in a coma following a brain haemorrhage, a patient in China has regained the ability to speak, eat and walk with support – part of an early clinical trial using targeted sound waves to help “wake up” severely damaged brains, according to state media. T…

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