Healing from any injury involves a delicate balance between scarring and inflammation — two processes that can wreak havoc as well as make repairs. When the injury is to the brain, the balance is that ...

Scientists at Cedars-Sinai have uncovered a surprising repair system in the spinal cord that could open new doors for treating paralysis, stroke, and diseases like multiple sclerosis. They found that ...

A new study suggests this popular supplement might actually interfere with the brain’s healing process after mild traumatic brain injuries such as concussions. Using mouse and cell models, researchers ...

Fish oil supplements are more popular than ever, touted for "neuroprotective" benefits derived from its key component, omega-3 fatty acids. But new research shows fish oil supplements could slow down ...