The history of neuromodulation dates back to ancient times when electric fish were used to treat pain, according to Mark Hallett, chief of the Human Motor Control Section at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Today, there … Read More
Held every September for the past 31 years, National Recovery Month increases awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders and encourages individuals in need of treatment and recovery to seek help. During its first 30 years, Recovery … Read More
Addiction to opioids is a very complex disease process, involving many different variables. Opioids have a high likelihood of abuse, primarily because they impact key areas of the brain responsible for positive reinforcement and reward. Why Opioid Drugs Are So … Read More
Opioids are incredibly addictive substances. All opioids (both legally prescribed drugs and illicit drugs) interact with and stimulate opioid receptors within the brain to block pain and produce feelings of euphoria. Additionally, they quickly rewire the brain, forcing the body … Read More
The battle against the opioid crisis is constantly evolving; innovative medical research develops regularly. At Speranza Therapeutics, we are striving to push the boundaries of standard treatment options for opioid use disorder (OUD), specifically related to opioid withdrawal, and make … Read More