Desiccated Thyroid

Developmental neurorehabilitation · 2025

Researchers found that an 8-week Neurodevelopmental Treatment program significantly improved balance and reduced fall risk in children with spastic cerebral palsy compared to those receiving only conventional physiotherapy. This suggests that specialized training can enhance safety and mobility for these children.

• Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) was more effective than conventional physiotherapy in improving balance.
• Children in the NDT group showed a significant reduction in fall risk.
• The study involved 44 children, with positive outcomes observed after 8 weeks of treatment.

BMC endocrine disorders · 2024

Researchers found that combining T4 and T3 therapy or using desiccated thyroid resulted in higher T3 and lower T4 levels compared to standard T4 treatment for hypothyroidism. However, they observed no significant differences in heart rate, lipid profiles, or quality of life measures, suggesting that personalized treatment approaches may be beneficial.

• Combined therapy and desiccated thyroid led to higher T3 levels and lower T4 levels compared to T4 monotherapy.
• No significant effects were observed on heart rate or lipid profiles.
• Personalized treatment approaches are recommended due to the variability in results.

Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024

Researchers observed that non-destructive testing (NDT) methods can effectively identify both surface and internal defects in various structures without causing any damage. These techniques are crucial for ensuring the safety and integrity of materials used in construction and manufacturing.

• NDT methods can detect both external and internal defects.
• These tests do not damage the structures being examined.
• NDT is important for maintaining safety in construction and manufacturing.

Critical reviews in toxicology · 2023

Researchers observed that there is currently no structured method to assess whether certain substances disrupt thyroid hormone function and affect neurodevelopment. They propose a new testing strategy to better identify these risks, following guidelines from the European Commission on endocrine disruptors.

• No comprehensive approach exists to evaluate substances for thyroid-related endocrine disruption.
• The proposed strategy aims to link adverse effects to thyroid hormone activity.
• The initiative is supported by the European Centre for Ecotoxicology and Toxicology of Chemicals and CropLife Europe.

Frontiers in endocrinology · 2023

Researchers observed that primary hypothyroidism, which affects around 3% of people in Europe, has been traditionally treated with synthetic thyroid hormones. The review explores the potential benefits and drawbacks of using natural desiccated thyroid as an alternative treatment option. Further research is needed to fully understand its effectiveness compared to standard treatments.

• Natural desiccated thyroid may offer an alternative treatment for hypothyroidism.
• The review highlights both potential benefits and risks of this treatment.
• More studies are necessary to compare its effectiveness with synthetic options.

Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022

Researchers observed that robotic non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques can effectively assess the condition of materials and structures without causing any harm. This approach is valuable in various fields, including civil engineering, medicine, and industry, as it helps ensure safety and reliability.

• Robotic NDT techniques can evaluate materials without damage.
• Applicable in civil, medical, and industrial sectors.
• Enhances safety and reliability assessments.

Dysphagia · 2022

Researchers found that adding Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT-B) to existing feeding and swallowing therapies improved trunk control and oral motor skills in children with cerebral palsy. The study showed that children receiving NDT-B had better outcomes in specific feeding tasks compared to those who did not receive this therapy.

• NDT-B improved trunk control in children with cerebral palsy.
• Children receiving NDT-B performed better in feeding tasks like using a trainer cup and eating purees.
• There is a significant link between trunk control and oral motor functions in these children.

Pediatrics · 2022

Researchers found that neurodevelopmental therapy (NDT) for children with cerebral palsy is not more effective than no treatment at all. They observed that other approaches focusing on activity and body function are significantly better for improving motor skills. The study suggests that NDT should be phased out in favor of these more effective methods.

• NDT showed no significant improvement in motor function compared to control groups.
• Activity-based therapies were found to be more effective than NDT.
• There was no difference in effectiveness between higher and lower doses of NDT.

Journal of family medicine and primary care · 2021

Researchers found that the Bobath approach, a common rehabilitation method for stroke patients, lacks strong evidence supporting its effectiveness compared to other therapies. The review highlighted that existing studies do not conclusively prove the benefits of this technique for improving movement in stroke patients. Further research is needed to better understand its role in rehabilitation.

• The Bobath approach is widely used but lacks strong evidence of effectiveness.
• No conclusive benefits were found when comparing Bobath to other therapies.
• Further research is necessary to clarify its role in stroke rehabilitation.

The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism · 2021

Researchers found that in a study of hypothyroid patients, treatments with levothyroxine alone, levothyroxine plus liothyronine, and desiccated thyroid extract showed similar effectiveness overall. However, patients who were most symptomatic preferred and responded better to treatments that included liothyronine or desiccated thyroid extract.

• No significant differences in overall treatment effectiveness among the three therapies.
• Symptomatic patients showed a strong preference for treatments containing liothyronine.
• Minor increase in heart rate was observed with desiccated thyroid extract.