In this episode, we explore how moderate-intensity cycling may improve memory, thinking speed, and even brain structures in individuals with traumatic brain injury. Pioneering research from Kessler Foundation includes the study design, results, and what it means for TBI rehabilitation. Hear how exercise could become a key tool in cognitive recovery and why these findings matter for patients and caregivers alike.
This podcast was adapted from a 2025 Real-Life Science summary, part of our series that translates peer-reviewed research into practical, real-world understanding.
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Kessler Foundation Investigators: Lead: Carly Wender, PhD
https://kesslerfoundation.org/about-us/foundation-staff/carly-wender-phd
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READ this journal article:
“The preliminary effects of moderate aerobic training on cognitive function in people with TBI and significant memory impairment: a proof-of-concept randomized controlled trial,” published in Neurocase, The Neural Basis of Cognition (2021). doi/full/10.1080/13554794.2021.1990964.
EXPLORE our traumatic brain injury research: https://kesslerfoundation.org/research/center-traumatic-brain-injury
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In this episode, we explore how moderate-intensity cycling may improve memory, thinking speed, and even brain structures in individuals with traumatic brain injury. Pioneering research from Kessler Foundation includes the study design, results, and what it means for TBI rehabilitation. Hear how exercise could become a key tool in cognitive recovery and why these findings matter for patients and caregivers alike.
This podcast was adapted from a 2025 Real-Life Science summary, part of our series that translates peer-reviewed research into practical, real-world understanding.
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Kessler Foundation Investigators: Lead: Carly Wender, PhD
https://kesslerfoundation.org/about-us/foundation-staff/carly-wender-phd
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READ this journal article:
“The preliminary effects of moderate aerobic training on cognitive function in people with TBI and significant memory impairment: a proof-of-concept randomized controlled trial,” published in Neurocase, The Neural Basis of Cognition (2021). doi/full/10.1080/13554794.2021.1990964.
EXPLORE our traumatic brain injury research: https://kesslerfoundation.org/research/center-traumatic-brain-injury
PARTICIPATE: Interested in participating in our research remotely or in-person? Go to kesslerfoundation.org/join
LISTEN to more Real-Life Science Summaries: https://soundcloud.com/kesslerfoundation/sets/real-life-science
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This podcast was recorded, produced, and edited by Joan Banks-Smith, Creative Producer at Kessler Foundation in December 2025.
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Kessler Foundation uses AI voices and narrators to make our media more accessible. These tools help ensure people with visual or cognitive impairments can access our materials. Automated voices may not always capture intonation or pronunciation as clearly as the accompanying text. If you experience issues with our AI narrators, please contact us at communications@kesslerfoundation.org.
New Insights to Restore Function After Spinal Cord Paralysis
Kessler Foundation Podcasts
4 minutes 58 seconds
3 months ago
New Insights to Restore Function After Spinal Cord Paralysis
Read the transcript, https://kesslerfoundation.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/RLS-ANGELI_Spinal%20Stim_New%20Insights%20to%20Restore%20Function%20After%20Spinal%20Cord%20Paralysis-TRANSCRIPT.pdf
In our latest episode of Real-Life Science, we delve into our groundbreaking research that is transforming the lives of people with spinal cord injury. Once considered impossible, independent standing is now a reality for some, thanks to targeted spinal cord epidural stimulation combined with focused rehabilitative training.
Lead author Claudia Angeli, PhD, assistant director of the Tim and Caroline Reynolds Center for Spinal Stimulation, shares insights into how this innovative approach is helping participants regain the ability to stand with little or no manual support.
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Kessler Foundation Investigators:
Lead: Claudia Angeli, PhD, https://kesslerfoundation.org/about-us/foundation-staff/claudia-angeli-phd
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TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR RESEARCH:
Read the full study, doi.org/10.1186/s12984-025-01636-6
Read this summary at https://kesslerfoundation.org/new-insights-restore-function-after-spinal-cord-paralysis
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EXPLORE our traumatic brain injury research:
https://kesslerfoundation.org/research/tim-and-caroline-reynolds-center-spinal-stimulation
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This podcast was recorded, produced, and edited by Joan Banks-Smith, Creative Producer at Kessler Foundation in July 2025.
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Kessler Foundation uses AI voices and narrators to make our media more accessible. These tools help ensure people with visual or cognitive impairments can access our materials. Automated voices may not always capture intonation or pronunciation as clearly as the accompanying text. If you experience issues with our AI narrators, please contact us at communications@kesslerfoundation.org.
Kessler Foundation Podcasts
In this episode, we explore how moderate-intensity cycling may improve memory, thinking speed, and even brain structures in individuals with traumatic brain injury. Pioneering research from Kessler Foundation includes the study design, results, and what it means for TBI rehabilitation. Hear how exercise could become a key tool in cognitive recovery and why these findings matter for patients and caregivers alike.
This podcast was adapted from a 2025 Real-Life Science summary, part of our series that translates peer-reviewed research into practical, real-world understanding.
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Kessler Foundation Investigators: Lead: Carly Wender, PhD
https://kesslerfoundation.org/about-us/foundation-staff/carly-wender-phd
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READ this journal article:
“The preliminary effects of moderate aerobic training on cognitive function in people with TBI and significant memory impairment: a proof-of-concept randomized controlled trial,” published in Neurocase, The Neural Basis of Cognition (2021). doi/full/10.1080/13554794.2021.1990964.
EXPLORE our traumatic brain injury research: https://kesslerfoundation.org/research/center-traumatic-brain-injury
PARTICIPATE: Interested in participating in our research remotely or in-person? Go to kesslerfoundation.org/join
LISTEN to more Real-Life Science Summaries: https://soundcloud.com/kesslerfoundation/sets/real-life-science
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LOOKING FOR MORE PODCASTS?
Join our listeners in 90 countries who enjoy learning about the work of Kessler Foundation. Subscribe to our SoundCloud channel, “KesslerFoundation,” for more research updates.
This podcast was recorded, produced, and edited by Joan Banks-Smith, Creative Producer at Kessler Foundation in December 2025.
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Kessler Foundation uses AI voices and narrators to make our media more accessible. These tools help ensure people with visual or cognitive impairments can access our materials. Automated voices may not always capture intonation or pronunciation as clearly as the accompanying text. If you experience issues with our AI narrators, please contact us at communications@kesslerfoundation.org.
