The Impact of Upcoming Neurotechnologies on Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, and Spinal Cord Injury

Abstract

Neurological conditions are burdensome and have been extremely difficult to treat in the past. These conditions include Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, and spinal cord injury, which cause significant distress for patients and their loved ones. In recent years, advancements in science and biotechnology have allowed for current treatments and future applications for treating these diseases. Fortunately, these upcoming neurotechnologies provide us with the knowledge that there is a brighter future ahead for people who suffer from these conditions. Here, we discuss just some of these future breakthrough technologies, including neuroprosthetics, optogenetics, and pharmacologics, all of which have applications in improving the quality of life for people with Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and traumatic spinal cord injury.