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Insulin Could Prove to Be Possible Treatment for Alzheimer’s

CNN Health reports that a preliminary study shows the potential for insulin to treat Alzheimer's. When Alzheimer's strikes an individual, it can lead to an inability to work and the need for Social Security disability benefits.

A study in the journal Archives of Neurology, indicates that intranasal insulin (delivered through the patient's nose), could help those with mild to severe cases of dementia.

While the study is small, it does pave the way for larger clinical trials to be conducted. Insulin helps to repair cells, so researchers believe the potential is there to treat cells damaged as a result of Alzheimer's.

Insulin has also been found to prevent the formation of a biomarker found in Alzheimer patients' cerebrospinal fluid, known as tau. Additionally, it can protect a patient from the toxic effects of a protein found in brain plaques, beta-amyloid.

So far the small study has shown success in improving memory and daily functioning. There were mild side effects such as a runny nose and headache, however, nothing severe.

The potential is there but much more research will be necessary. If a loved one suffers from a disabling condition such as Alzheimer's, then you should speak with a Palm Beach County Social Security disability lawyer about the possibility of qualifying for disability benefits.

Filing for Social Security disability benefits is complicated and time-consuming, but at LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A., our team of disability attorneys is ready for the challenge. We like to empower our clients by providing a FREE Social Security disability guide so you can learn more about the process of filing for disability benefits.

When you're ready to get started, contact The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. to begin your claim. Our state-of-the-art, customized intake and database system means less hassle, so you can focus on what's most important to you instead of having to spend your days wading through confusing legalese and legal red tape. Call today - 1-888-234-5758.