Neurotech Network
Neurotechnology is the application of medical technology, devices and treatments to improve functions throughout many parts of the body. Hundreds of thousands of people with neurological or psychiatric disabilities have already been helped by neurotechnology.
For instance, cochlear implants help restore hearing to the deaf, neural prosthesis provide movement to the paralyzed and spine stimulators give relief to those with chronic pain. These are just a few examples of the many medical technologies for people with disabilities that are available today.
Neurotech Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to improve the education of and the advocacy to access neurotechnology for persons with impairments. Learn about how these new alterative therapies and cutting edge medical treatments impact the lives of people with neurological and psychiatric illnesses, diseases and disabilities.
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 2005, Neurotech Network of The Society to Increase Mobility, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focusing to improve the education of and the advocacy to access neurotechnology devices, therapies and treatments for persons with impairments.
Hundreds of thousands of people with neurological or psychiatric disorders have already been helped; such as cochlear implants to restore hearing to the deaf, neural prosthetics providing movement to the paralyzed, and spine stimulators give relief to those with chronic pain.
Our Guiding Principles
* Provide a forum for users to share experiences and for potential users to ask questions.
* Provide a channel through which the layman may learn about neurotechnology.
* Promote awareness of neurotechnology products and systems for the treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders and diseases.
* Provide reliable and independent information regarding both currently available and emerging neurotechnology.
* Explain to both current and potential users the applications and benefits of neurotechnology.
* Advocate for access through governmental institutions, insurance companies and legislative bodies.
* Create a better understanding of users needs to the scientific, development and industry.
WHAT WE DO
Neurotech Network has a vision based on four pillars of service targeted to users, potential users, health care professionals and the general public. These services are:
1. To Educate with resources to learn about neurotechnology for various neurological conditions
2. To Update on the latest information along with our newsletter, The Current
3. To Communicate by sharing stories from people who use neurotechnology devices
4. To Advocate by supporting access to devices, therapies and treatments
With this vision, Neurotech Network builds infrastructure and programming. Browse our Education section to see the services and resources we provide.
WHO WE SERVE
Through the resources we provide we serve a wide range of people impacted by neurological diseases and disorders.
* People living with Neurological Diseases and Disorders
* Family members, Friends and Companions
* Care Givers
* Physical Therapists
* Occupational Therapist
* Assistive Technology Professionals
* Clinicians & Physicians
* Advocacy Organizations for Neurological Diseases and Disorders
* Scientific Researchers
* Media Correspondents
* Educators
Nearly 100 million people in the U.S. are impacted by neurological diseases and disorders.
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