The Electrodiagnosis of Neuromuscular Disorders
Michael D. Weiss, MD, Guest Editor When Dr Greg Carter asked me to guest edit an issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America devoted to the electrodiagnostic…
Clinical Features and Electrodiagnosis of Ulnar Neuropathies
In this review, we delineate clinical, electrodiagnostic, and radiographic features of ulnar mononeuropathies. Ulnar neuropathy at the elbow (UNE) is most commonly due to lesions at the level of the…
Gait Analysis for Poststroke Rehabilitation
Many stroke survivors have walking limitations. The results of gait training in individuals who have had strokes are characterized by large confidence intervals for mean differences in gait parameters. An…
Anatomical, Clinical, and Electrodiagnostic Features of Radial Neuropathies
The radial nerve is the major nerve serving the extensor compartment of the arm. This article describes the anatomic features, clinical features based on lesion location, electrodiagnostic assessment, prognosis, and…
Electrodiagnosis of Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical radiculopathy is a common diagnosis with a peak onset in the fifth decade. The most commonly affected nerve root is C7, C6, and C8. The etiology is often compressive,…
The Electrodiagnosis of Neuromuscular Disorders
Gregory T. Carter, MD, MS, Consulting Editor As the consulting editor for the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America , it is my job to recruit guest editors…
Ambulation and Parkinson Disease
Parkinson disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by a variety of motor and nonmotor features. This article reviews the problems of postural instability and gait disturbance in persons with…
Measurement and Treatment of Imbalance and Fall Risk in Multiple Sclerosis Using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Model
Many people with multiple sclerosis MS (PwMS) have impaired balance and walking, and fall frequently. High-quality measures of imbalance and fall risk are essential for identifying who may benefit from…
Ambulation and Spinal Cord Injury
Walking is possible for many patients with a spinal cord injury. Avenues enabling walking include braces, robotics and FES. Among the benefits are improved musculoskeletal and mental health, however unrealistic…
Rehabilitation of Ambulatory Limitations
There are several traditional and nontraditional strategies available for the rehabilitation of ambulatory limitations in adults with central neurologic disorders. Traditional strategies may include therapies such as exercise training and…
