The brain may be small but it is the most important organ in human body. Let's see how to prevent various brain injuries.

All about Brain: Structure, Common Diseases, and Injury Prevention

Although we are not yet able to cure all illnesses, the continued development of
cutting-edge medicine is believed to be capable of treating many of the diseases
previously considered untreatable. In keeping with this trend, the average
lifespan of humankind is also increasing.

However, the brain continues to remain the most unknown area of the human body.
Recent studies have revealed many things about the human brain, such as
completing a 'standard brain map' that predicts the risk of stroke, but there is
still a long way to go in order to be able to say that we conquered the brain.



Genius Brain
How is the brain of a so-called genius different from the brain of an ordinary
person? We know that the scientist, Albert Einstein died of a ruptured abdominal
aortic aneurysm in 1955. Dr Thomas Harvey of Princeton University Hospital
studied Einstein's brain for 20 years. Many people thought that Einstein's brain
would be different, but despite 20 years of research, there was no big
difference found between his brain and the brain of an ordinary person.



Despite Small Size, the Brain Is a Big Deal
Although the brain only weighs on average about 2% of one's body weight, it
plays a huge role in our body. The brain consists of over 100 billion nerve
cells (Neurons) which are responsible for sending information throughout the
body coordinating all the necessary functions of life.

The brain is divided into the left hemisphere and the right hemisphere. The left
side of the brain is responsible for controlling the right side of your body and
the right side of the brain is responsible for controlling the left side of the
body. The left side of the brain controls tasks that have to do with logic such
as science and math where the right side of the brain controls tasks that have
to do with creativity such as art.

The frontal lobe
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plays the most important role in the brain, including motor function, language,
thinking and emotional control. The temporal lobe is responsible for memory,
knowledge, and auditory function. The occipital lobe plays a role in recognizing
the visual information of our eyes. And the parietal lobe is responsible for
tasks related to space recognition or mathematical calculations.

Brain Diagnoses and Dysfunction
Some of the most common syndromes that affect the brain are Stroke, dementia,
Cerebral Palsy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Parkinson's Disease, and Brain tumors
(Brain Cancer). These diagnoses can all disrupt routine cognitive functions and
decrease independence in daily task performance. However, these diagnoses do not
necessarily indicate unmitigated cognitive decline. Prompt cognitive
rehabilitation can often slow or prevent decline in executive functioning
skills.



Good Habits are Most Important To Promote Brain Health
In terms of mental habits, engaging in cognitively-stimulating exercise, such as
following directions to accomplish a task, solving world puzzles and picture
searches, or memorizing and recalling information is often recommended for older
adults in order to prevent or slow dementia.

One of Neofect Rehab Solutions provides comprehensive cognitive exercises that
you can do anywhere at any time. Neofect Cognition
[https://www.neofect.com/en/cognition/] consists of activities that focus on key
domains of executive functioning including attention, memory, problem-solving,
and visuospatial skills. Neofect Cognition can be used as a home exercise tool
or easily incorporated into an occupational therapy or speech therapy treatment
session to promote positive executive functioning outcomes.

As for physical habits, it is also essential to manage lifestyle-related risk
factors, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol to reduce
one's risk of developing brain dysfunction. These factors can be controlled
through a healthy diet and regular exercise. If you smoke, you should try to
stop smoking as smoking increases the risk of brain diseases.

Ultimately, maintaining good lifestyle habits including engaging in cognitive
exercise, eating healthy, and engaging in physical activity is a good way to
ensure your brain stays as capable as possible!

To learn more about Neofect Cognition for yourself or your rehab practice, call 
(888) 623-8984 [tel:+18886238984] or email info@neofect.com.

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 * Reference: Kim, Beomjoon. Bundang Seoul Univ. Hospital Official Blog. 
   blog.naver.com/happysnubh/220570862533.
   [http://blog.naver.com/happysnubh/220570862533]

Neuroplasticity

All About the Brain: Brain Structure, Common Diagnoses, and Maintaining Brain Health

Meet this promising cognitive traing software.  Comcog uses computer assisted cognitive rehab along with NEOFECT’s learning algorithm to guide a user through cognitive training based on their skills.

Neofect ComCog: Cognitive Training Tool

Neofect Cognition for Cognitive Training
Cognition [https://www.neofect.com/us/cognition] is a brain re-training software
that focuses on attention and cognition.

Cognitive training is essential for successful community living and independence
in everyday life. This software has been shown to improve working memory for
users with Alzheimer’s dementia. Neofect Cognition has also helped patients with
brain injuries increase their attention span. This March, as we acknowledge
Brain Injury Awareness month, we’d like to introduce this new cognitive training
software, Neofect Cognition.




Cognition as a cognitive training program has existed for a number of years in
Asia but has only recently come to the US under the US rehabilitation technology
brand, Neofect, the makers of the Smart Glove and other Smart Rehabilitation
products.




Cognition uses computer assisted cognitive rehab along with Neofect’s learning
algorithm to guide a user through cognitive training based on their skills.
Cognitive skills refer to the intellectual activities that encompass memory,
reasoning, attention and visuospatial skills. Damage to cognitive function can
cause difficulties in ones’ daily life.

Promoting brain neuroplasticity
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is a key element to the cognitive rehabilitation process after a brain injury.
Neuroplasticity is a concept that states that the brain will essentially rewire
itself to compensate for the area of injury or damage. Cognitive rehabilitation
focuses on the importance of retraining the brain.



After utilizing the Cognition software for a 4-week training period, patients
with traumatic brain injury were shown to improve their attention to more
closely resemble that of their healthy counterparts. This may be due to the
concept of neuroplasticity, which postulates that the brain can rewire itself to
work even when parts of it are injured.



In Alzheimer’s dementia patients, a 4-week cognitive training program using
Cognition was shown to significantly increase memory capabilities. Patients were
able to better remember words and objects that had been presented to them
previously and scored higher on tests of orientation and recall.

To learn more about Neofect Smart Rehab devices, call us at (888) 623-8984
[tel:+18886238984] or email us at info@neofect.com.


Neofect Home Inquiry:
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-Phone: (888) 623-8984 [tel:+18886238984]

Cognitive Rehabilitation

Neofect Cognition: An Attention and Memory Training Tool

CES Innovation Award Honoree second year in a row, NEOFECT has developed Pegboard for imporiving Fine Motor skill and Cognitive Rehabilitation for stroke.

Neofect Smart Pegboard, Fine Motor skill and Cognitive Rehabilitation for Stroke

CES Innovation Award Honoree second year in a row, a healthcare technology
startup Neofect [http://www.neofect.com/en/], has developed an addition to their
array of smart rehabilitation products.

Neofect Smart Pegboard: breakthrough rehab device for grasp and dexterity for
pateitns
Neofect Smart Pegboard [https://www.neofect.com/us/smart-pegboard] is a
breakthrough device designed to improve the effectiveness of rehabilitation
training for grasp and dexterity with a cognitive and visual component to engage
patients. By involving patients in a motivating rehabilitation experience,
providing real-time visual and auditory feedback, the product can capitalize on
neuroplasticity.



Neofect Smart Pegboard includes one Base Board, three Combining Boards, and five
Peg boxes. The Base Board is equipped with 63 high intensity LED lights, digital
display, and built-in speakers. By replacing combining boards, therapists can
design a personalized training plan and customize rehabilitation program based
on specific needs of each patient.



Neofect Smart Pegboard employs gamification
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to keep patients motivated by creating a positive, interactive environment. By
playing the training games, patients can make progress in their rehabilitation
program. They also receive a visual and auditory feedback which helps them see
the results of the therapy in a real time.



The games employ two forms of exercises - functional and cognitive. Examples of
the games include: making shapes, remembering the order, or catching a snake.
The results are scored for an overall time, an average response time, the number
of pegs in right places, and success rate.

Ho Young Ban, a founder and CEO of Neofect, said: “We’re excited and proud to
add the Neofect Smart Pegboard to our list of technological innovations. We
believe that by using game-based training, healthcare providers can help their
patients stay positive about their recovery which will lead to better
rehabilitation experience and more people getting back their health.”

The Neofect Smart Pegboard [https://www.neofect.com/us/smart-pegboard], as well
as other technological innovations, empowers patients to become active
participants in their recovery program by setting specific, achievable goals
while providing valuable information to their caregivers. The data helps
physicians to amplify the efficiency of rehabilitation processes. Now you can
buy or rent to own this innovative digital rehabilitation devices.

You can find additional information and get the device here
[https://shop.neofect.com/collections/smart-rehab-solution/products/neofect-smart-pegboard]
.

To learn more about Neofect, visit the company’s website: www.neofect.com
[https://www.neofect.com/us]


*Neofect Home Inquiry:
-www.neofect.com [https://www.neofect.com/us]
-Phone: (888) 623-8984 [tel:+18886238984]

Fine Motor Skill

Neofect Smart Pegboard, Fine Motor Skill and Cognitive Rehabilitation for Stroke

Meet this amazing digital cognitive rehabilitation therapy today.  RAPAEL ComCog is a cognitive rehabilitation program that helps people with stroke, dementia, traumatic brain injury, brain tumors and cerebral palsy so that they can benefit from brain activation and dementia prevention. 

Cognitive Rehabilitation & Digtial Stroke Therapy | RAPAEL ComCog

Neofect's Cognition : Digital Cognitive Rehabilitaion Therapy
Neofect [https://www.neofect.com/us], a medtech company that designs gamified
rehabilitation training solutions for patients with neurological and
musculoskeletal conditions, is bringing its digital cognitive rehabilitation
therapy, Cognition [https://www.neofect.com/us/cognition], to the U.S. The
software, which is already available in South Korea, enhances memory and
response, and seeks to prevent cognitive decline through games. Cognition, a
cognitive rehabilitation program designed for patients recovering from or living
with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, stroke, cerebral palsy, and other
neurological conditions.



“Repetitive exercises are an integral part of cognitive rehabilitation for brain
injuries, but patients find it hard to stay motivated when they’re doing the
same boring activities over and over,” said Scott Kim, co-founder and CEO of
Neofect USA. “Our cognitive rehabilitation software ComCog combats patient
fatigue with fun, engaging brain games and instantaneous feedback.”

Cognition [https://www.neofect.com/us/cognition] cognitive rehabilitation
program includes 20 games that engage patients in activities to hone attention
and promote memory training. Cognition [https://www.neofect.com/us/cognition] 
tracks, measures, and analyzes performance, including total activity time,
reaction time, and accuracy so patients and physicians can objectively monitor
improvement throughout treatment.



Games like “Making Calls” exercise a patient’s memory by recalling numbers
dialed on a phone. The higher the level, the more numbers patients must memorize
and dial back in the correct order. Other games like “Finding a Different
Rabbit” encourage patients to pay close attention and quickly spot differences –
facial expression, color, etc. -- in one of the four to eight rabbits on screen.
The games provide instant auditory and visual feedback to encourage patients to
play more and improve their score, as well as a complete performance evaluation
upon completion.



Patients using Neofect's Cognition [https://www.neofect.com/us/cognition] 
connect via an Android tablet that’s intuitive and easy to use. Built-in
Adaptive Level Control automatically adjusts the game difficulty depending on
the patient’s performance. For example, if a game is too difficult the algorithm
makes the level easier to motivate and encourage patients to continue training.
If the patient is performing well the solution automatically increases
difficulty and adds new challenges like different colors to identify or more
numbers to remember. Therapists can also manually adjust the program and guide
patients on optimal training.

Neofect's cognitive rehabilitation program
[https://www.neofect.com/us/cognition] has been used by more than 200 hospitals
over the past 15 years in South Korea, and is now available in the U.S.

For more information about Cognition [https://www.neofect.com/us/cognition] or
other Neofect smart rehab devices, please visit www.neofect.com
[http://www.neofect.com/us].


*Neofect Home Inquiry:
-www.neofect.com [https://www.neofect.com/us]
-Phone: (888) 623-8984 [tel:+18886238984]