Robot Walk

Could robots give us a leg up?  This is Sandra Tsing Loh with the Loh Down on Science. Following a stroke, physical therapy is key for regaining mobility. But it’s tough, both on the patient and the physical therapist. Little help? Enter Emek Küçüktabak and team from Northwestern University.  They

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Pilates With A Purpose

Who says pilates is just an excuse for brunch? This is Sandra Tsing Loh with the Loh Down on Science. Stressed? Exercise. Sluggish? Exercise. Struggling to overcome drug withdrawal symptoms? Ex…er…cise…? For some, running and yoga have increased rehabilitation outcomes. Feng Ji and team from Soochow University questioned if PILATES

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Radio Brains

Could music be the KEY to healthy brains?  This is Sandra Tsing Loh with the Loh Down on Science… saying… Be quiet! This is my jam! There’s nothing quite like good music to pick us up when we’re down. But could music help us recover from brain injuries?  That’s just

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