April 19, 2005 — Implantation of a minimally invasive diaphragm pacing system (DPS) with therapeutic electrostimulation may help maintain diaphragm function and slow or arrest the rate of respiratory ...

The muscular dystrophies are known to target various muscle groups differentially. In addition to making limb muscles weak, muscular dystrophy (MD) can also lead to decreased function of specific ...

Proteoglycans in the net limit functional regeneration and plasticity after spinal cord injury. The chondroitinase enzyme removes the net and allows for regeneration and functional recovery, ...

The respiratory system is responsible for the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen in the human body. This system also helps remove metabolic waste products and keep pH levels in check. The major ...

ALS patients using diaphragm pacing experienced improved quality of life, with better sleep and daytime functioning, better breathing, and less fatigue. Respiratory failure is one of the major ...

EXTON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lungpacer Medical, Inc. today announced results from the RESCUE 2 multicenter, randomized, controlled trial presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) 2020 ...

ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig's disease) attacks the nerve cells that control muscles, ultimately resulting in paralysis of all voluntary muscles, including those used for breathing. Average life ...

EXTON, Pa., June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lungpacer Medical, Inc., a pioneering medical device company focused on neurostimulation therapies for critical care patients, today announced the ...

Conscious breathing is more powerful than we realize, says yoga guru Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar. Through simple yoga practices like Swas Dhyaan and Bhramari Pranayama, we can boost lung strength, manage ...