May 16, 2012: Paralyzed Patients Use Mind to Move Robotic Arm
But there's a long way to go to make this approach practical, experts say

April 11, 2012: Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects May Last for Years
Study finds lingering pain, swelling, fatigue, mobility problems in many women

April 05, 2012: Depression, Anxiety Tied to Physical Disabilities in Seniors
But exercise may help shield against physical decline, study adds

March 28, 2012: Lifestyle Changes Help Type 2 Diabetics Keep Moving
Weight loss and exercise prevent disability, study finds

February 17, 2012: Motor Impairments Appear to Be a Characteristic of Autism
Study suggests that the disorder itself may be behind patients' difficulty with physical skills

February 09, 2012: New Therapy Might Help Relieve Painful Foot Condition
Preliminary study suggests it could work in hard-to-treat cases of plantar fasciitis

January 21, 2012: Texting, Talking on Cellphone Slows Walking Pace: Study
Findings may shed light on ways to improve functional walking in physical therapy patients

December 21, 2011: Diet Might Help Those Immobilized by Knee Osteoarthritis
Substantial weight loss reduces pain, raises mobility, researchers say

November 11, 2011: Poorer Americans See Sharper Health Declines With Age
The rich have less trouble bathing, dressing, walking, study says

October 31, 2011: Yoga Gets Women With Back Pain Moving: Study
But the British research did not show any more easing of discomfort with the technique

October 10, 2011: After Stroke, Crossed Legs a Welcome Sign
Patients who crossed their legs within 15 days functioned better a year later, study shows

October 07, 2011: Bicycle May Speed Up Parkinson's Diagnosis
Ability to ride a bike may help doctors distinguish between motor disorders, study says

September 27, 2011: Extra Pounds Linked to Weaker Legs in Older Women
Heavier seniors had less power in their legs relative to their weight than slimmer peers: study

August 08, 2011: Deep Brain Stimulation Improves Parkinson's Symptoms Long-Term
But it doesn't stop the progression of the disease, researchers say

July 18, 2011: Falls Could Signal Early Alzheimer's Disease
Seniors whose brain scans indicated preclinical disease twice as likely to fall, study finds

July 13, 2011: 'Virtual Reality' May Help in Parkinson's Therapy
The technology is a promising tool to improve movement speed in patients, researcher says

June 15, 2011: Gene Sequencing Helps Twins With Rare Disorder
Children thrived after results found they had a subtype of disease requiring different treatment

June 07, 2011: Chronic Pot Smoking Affects Brain Chemistry, Scans Show
Damage may be reversible if the drug use stops, researchers say

April 12, 2011: Low-Intensity Exercise, Drug Combo Can Help Parkinson's Patients, Studies Show
Regimens improved movement and coordination, and reduced tremors

March 31, 2011: Early Brain Therapy May Help Movement in Dystonia Patients
For those with the muscle disorder, the sooner deep brain stimulation is started the better, study says

March 07, 2011: Early Rehab May Help Speed Recovery After Knee Surgery
Joint replacement patients who began therapy within 24 hours were discharged sooner: study

March 04, 2011: Chemo May Raise Risk of Falls in Breast Cancer Survivors
Changes in system that regulates balance may be to blame, researchers suggest

February 21, 2011: Busy Social Life May Stave Off Disability in Elderly
Seniors who participate in activities are better able to continue self-care, study finds

February 03, 2011: Narrowed Leg Arteries Disable Women Faster Than Men: Study
Women were 2.3 times less likely to be able to walk a continuous quarter mile after 4 years

January 30, 2011: Seafarers, Gaze at Horizon to Stay Steady
Study finds this trick reduces body sway, and possibly sea-sickness

January 07, 2011: Bike-Riding Ability May Distinguish 'Atypical' Parkinson's
For accurate diagnosis, doctors should ask about bicycling, researchers say

January 03, 2011: Soldiers' PTSD Tied to Lasting Psychosocial Effects
Concussions, mild traumatic brain injuries less likely to affect long-term outcomes, study finds

December 31, 2010: Holiday Drinking Raises Death Toll on U.S. Roads, Experts Warn
Traffic fatalities due to impaired driving jump from 28% to 40% over Christmas, New Year's

December 15, 2010: Elderly Patients Who Get on Feet Leave Hospital Sooner
Even small amounts of increased mobility may speed discharge, researchers say

December 05, 2010: Put Ladder Safety on Your Holiday To-Do List, Experts Say
Simple steps can help prevent decorating-related falls this season

November 23, 2010: Practicing Moving to Music May Help Elderly Avoid Falls
But another program, using videos and risk awareness, didn't help older hospitalized patients, research shows

November 08, 2010: Common Foot Disorders Can Be Inherited, Research Shows
High-arched feet and bunion deformity of big toe may be passed down over generations

November 07, 2010: Many Falls, and Resulting ER Visits, Can Be Prevented
Youngest and oldest at highest risk, but everyone can benefit from simple household precautions

November 02, 2010: Program May Help Prevent Falls in Hospitalized Patients
Individualized plans reduced injuries during short-term stays, study finds

October 04, 2010: 1 in 4 HIV Patients Have Neurological Diseases: Study
Problems such as seizures, dementia are major causes of patients' disability, researchers say

September 27, 2010: Physical Abilities May Affect Survival After Breast Cancer
Patients who struggle with daily activities more likely to die from other causes, study finds

September 15, 2010: Experimental Drug Shows Promise for Bone Marrow Disorder
Patients with myelofibrosis experienced some relief from symptoms, inflammation, ongoing study found

September 10, 2010: Can Basic Physical Tests Help Predict Death Risk?
Poorer results on balance, mobility and strength tests linked to higher mortality rate, study contends

September 09, 2010: In Elderly, Risks Differ for Indoor Versus Outdoor Falls
Prevention programs should take seniors' lifestyle, environment into account, researchers say

September 08, 2010: Dementia Warning Signs Identified in Type 2 Diabetics: Study
High blood pressure, slow gait, self-reported bad health might signal decline, researchers say

August 20, 2010: In Seniors, 'Fear of Falling' Risky in Itself
Regardless of actual risk, the anxiety made them more likely to tumble, study shows

July 30, 2010: Research Illuminates How the Human Neck Developed
Using genetics, scientists discovered anatomical changes that helped the brain advance in people

July 22, 2010: Caterpillars' Creep May Hold Clues for Advanced Robotics
Understanding their unique system of movement could be key to future biomechanics, report suggests

May 18, 2010: Elderly Falls Linked to Altered Blood Flow in Brain
Exercise, treating hypertension may help, researchers say

May 11, 2010: Women Often Miss Signs of Stroke
Many don't know the facts and don't recognize the symptoms, U.S. survey reveals

April 29, 2010: Scientists Find Cause of Involuntary Mirror Movements
Gene mutation impacts how the brain communicates with limbs, researcher says

April 29, 2010: Adding Surgery to Meds May Improve Life With Parkinson's
Deep brain stimulation is risky but can be beneficial, researchers say

April 16, 2010: Robot-Aided Therapy Can Help Patients Years After Stroke
Adding 'power-steering' to exercises improved movement, quality of life, researchers say

March 11, 2010: New Knee May Improve Balance
Replacement joint seems to help prevent falls among elderly, study finds

March 08, 2010: Sudden Protein Intake Harmful for Some Hospitalized Patients
Syndrome affects those given dietary supplements after not eating for a while, study finds