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…
PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION
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…
Ambulation and Multiple Sclerosis
Walking impairment is a common consequence of multiple sclerosis (MS) that can result in substantial limitations of daily activities and compromised quality of life. Walking impairment is often monitored as…
Technological Advances in Interventions to Enhance Poststroke Gait
Neurologic rehabilitation interventions may be either therapeutic or compensatory. Included in this article are lower extremity functional electrical stimulation, body weight–supported treadmill training, and lower extremity robotic-assisted gait training. These…
