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Dr Ivanhoe
Q&As
Maintaining the 'Human Touch' in Spasticity Care
12/19/2023
Dr Ivanhoe examines why she doesn't typically use oral medications for patients with spasticity, how to naviagate effective communication between clinician and patient, exciting new treatments on the horizon, and how not to lose "that human...
Dr Ivanhoe examines why she doesn't typically use oral medications for patients with spasticity, how to naviagate effective communication between clinician and patient, exciting new treatments on the horizon, and how not to lose "that human...
Dr Ivanhoe examines why she...
12/19/2023
Neurology
Dr Ivanhoe
Q&As
Tailored Spasticity Interventions Improve Patient Outcomes Across the Lifespan
12/18/2023
Dr Ivanhoe discusses everything from treatment variations between pediatric and adult patients to botulinum neurotoxin use and the nuanced factors influencing candidate selection to the profound impact of untreated spasticity on long-term...
Dr Ivanhoe discusses everything from treatment variations between pediatric and adult patients to botulinum neurotoxin use and the nuanced factors influencing candidate selection to the profound impact of untreated spasticity on long-term...
Dr Ivanhoe discusses everything...
12/18/2023
Neurology
NLN Update
UPDATES IN NEUROLOGY
New Consensus on Botulinum Toxin A Strategy for Post-Stroke Spasticity
11/22/2023
A comprehensive guide on optimizing the benefits of botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) for patients suffering from post-stroke spasticity has been developed by an international group of neurological rehabilitation specialists.
A comprehensive guide on optimizing the benefits of botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) for patients suffering from post-stroke spasticity has been developed by an international group of neurological rehabilitation specialists.
A comprehensive guide on...
11/22/2023
Neurology
Dr Miller-Patterson
Q&As
Identifying Subtle Clinical Indicators to Diagnose Spasticity
10/19/2023
Explore the world of spasticity management, unraveling the mysteries with an expert who truly understands the nuances of this condition.
Explore the world of spasticity management, unraveling the mysteries with an expert who truly understands the nuances of this condition.
Explore the world of spasticity...
10/19/2023
Neurology
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New Research Brief
Study Links Lower Limb Spasticity in Cerebral Palsy to Increased Risk of Orchidopexy
10/12/2023
Researchers have shed light on the link between lower limb spasticity (LLS) and the risk of orchidopexy for cryptorchidism in cerebral palsy (CP).
Researchers have shed light on the link between lower limb spasticity (LLS) and the risk of orchidopexy for cryptorchidism in cerebral palsy (CP).
Researchers have shed light on...
10/12/2023
Neurology
Quiz
Essential Stats Quiz
Spasticity affects what percentage of patients with MS and cerebral palsy?
10/12/2023
Spasticity affects over 12 million people worldwide, including approximately what percentage of people with cerebral palsy and MS?
Spasticity affects over 12 million people worldwide, including approximately what percentage of people with cerebral palsy and MS?
Spasticity affects over 12...
10/12/2023
Neurology

News

NLN Update
UPDATES IN NEUROLOGY
New Consensus on Botulinum Toxin A Strategy for Post-Stroke Spasticity
11/22/2023
A comprehensive guide on optimizing the benefits of botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) for patients suffering from post-stroke spasticity has been developed by an international group of neurological rehabilitation specialists.
A comprehensive guide on optimizing the benefits of botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) for patients suffering from post-stroke spasticity has been developed by an international group of neurological rehabilitation specialists.
A comprehensive guide on...
11/22/2023
Neurology
stock brain image
New Research Brief
Study Links Lower Limb Spasticity in Cerebral Palsy to Increased Risk of Orchidopexy
10/12/2023
Researchers have shed light on the link between lower limb spasticity (LLS) and the risk of orchidopexy for cryptorchidism in cerebral palsy (CP).
Researchers have shed light on the link between lower limb spasticity (LLS) and the risk of orchidopexy for cryptorchidism in cerebral palsy (CP).
Researchers have shed light on...
10/12/2023
Neurology
Semaglutide May Lower Risk of Alzheimer Disease in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
News
Semaglutide May Lower Risk of Alzheimer Disease in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
11/05/2024
Patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity prescribed semaglutide had a 40% to 70% lower risk of a first-time Alzheimer disease (AD) diagnosis compared with patients taking other antidiabetic medications, according to a study published in...
Patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity prescribed semaglutide had a 40% to 70% lower risk of a first-time Alzheimer disease (AD) diagnosis compared with patients taking other antidiabetic medications, according to a study published in...
Patients with type 2 diabetes...
11/05/2024
Psych Congress Network
Alone or Together, CBT and Modafinil Improve MS-Related Fatigue
News
Alone or Together, CBT and Modafinil Improve MS-Related Fatigue
11/01/2024
The wake-promoting drug modafinil, CBT, and a combination of both were associated with comparable, significant improvement in fatigue at 12 weeks in patients with MS and problematic fatigue.
The wake-promoting drug modafinil, CBT, and a combination of both were associated with comparable, significant improvement in fatigue at 12 weeks in patients with MS and problematic fatigue.
The wake-promoting drug...
11/01/2024
Neurology
Gene therapy
News
Concerns Linger After Gene Therapy Shows Long-Term Benefit for Cerebral Adrenoleukodystrophy
10/28/2024
Elivaldogene autotemcel (eli-cel) gene therapy for cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (CALD) helped patients maintain neurological function, but also my have caused hematologic malignancies in some patients.
Elivaldogene autotemcel (eli-cel) gene therapy for cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (CALD) helped patients maintain neurological function, but also my have caused hematologic malignancies in some patients.
Elivaldogene autotemcel...
10/28/2024
Neurology
Patient with family
News
During Recovery, Stroke Patients Benefit from Supportive Social Networks
10/24/2024
Large networks of family and friends are beneficial for blood pressure improvement among patients who experienced a stroke, according to a study published online in the International Journal of Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke. “In aging...
Large networks of family and friends are beneficial for blood pressure improvement among patients who experienced a stroke, according to a study published online in the International Journal of Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke. “In aging...
Large networks of family and...
10/24/2024
Neurology
International Stroke Burden Saw Hike Over Last 30 Years
News
International Stroke Burden Saw Hike Over Last 30 Years
10/22/2024
International stroke burden has increased from 1990 to 2021, according to recent findings from a global burden of disease (GBD) study published in The Lancet Neurology.
International stroke burden has increased from 1990 to 2021, according to recent findings from a global burden of disease (GBD) study published in The Lancet Neurology.
International stroke burden has...
10/22/2024
Neurology
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News
Antiseizure Meds May Increase Cardiovascular Risk in Older Adults With Epilepsy
10/21/2024
A lifetime history of epilepsy is associated with new-onset cardiovascular events in older adults, according to study results published in JAMA Neurology.
A lifetime history of epilepsy is associated with new-onset cardiovascular events in older adults, according to study results published in JAMA Neurology.
A lifetime history of epilepsy...
10/21/2024
Neurology
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News
FDA Approves Infusion Treatment for Advanced Parkinson Disease in Adults
10/18/2024
AbbVie’s VYALEV (foscarbidopa and foslevodopa), the first 24-hour continuous subcutaneous infusion of levodopa-based therapy for managing motor fluctuations in adults with advanced Parkinson disease (PD), approved by the FDA.
AbbVie’s VYALEV (foscarbidopa and foslevodopa), the first 24-hour continuous subcutaneous infusion of levodopa-based therapy for managing motor fluctuations in adults with advanced Parkinson disease (PD), approved by the FDA.
AbbVie’s VYALEV (foscarbidopa...
10/18/2024
Neurology
Investigational Drug Improves Motor Function in Patients With SMA
News
Investigational Drug Improves Motor Function in Patients With SMA
10/16/2024
Apitegromab, an investigational muscle-targeted therapy, improved motor function in patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), late-stage biopharmaceutical company Scholar Rock recently announced.
Apitegromab, an investigational muscle-targeted therapy, improved motor function in patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), late-stage biopharmaceutical company Scholar Rock recently announced.
Apitegromab, an investigational...
10/16/2024
Neurology
Tolebrutinib Delays Disability Progression in Nonrelapsing Secondary Progressive MS
News
Tolebrutinib Delays Disability Progression in Nonrelapsing Secondary Progressive MS
10/15/2024
Tolebrutinib delayed the time to onset of 6-month confirmed disability progression compared with placebo in patients with nonrelapsing secondary progressive MS, according to results presented at the European Committee for Treatment and...
Tolebrutinib delayed the time to onset of 6-month confirmed disability progression compared with placebo in patients with nonrelapsing secondary progressive MS, according to results presented at the European Committee for Treatment and...
Tolebrutinib delayed the time to...
10/15/2024
Neurology
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News
Masked Taper Plus CBT for Insomnia Effective in Benzodiazepine Discontinuation
10/10/2024
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined...
10/10/2024
Psych Congress Network

Alzheimer's Disease CME Series

Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient Resources
11/19/2020
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient Resources To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient Resources To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Early Alzheimer’s Disease:...
11/19/2020
Neurology
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient Resources
11/19/2020
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient ResourcesOnline Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient ResourcesOnline Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Early Alzheimer’s Disease:...
11/19/2020
Neurology
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient Resources
11/19/2020
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient ResourcesTo claim credit for the program, click HERE for the evaluation. You will need to log in or create an account with NACCME, and then click...
Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Connections, Shared Decision Making, and Patient ResourcesTo claim credit for the program, click HERE for the evaluation. You will need to log in or create an account with NACCME, and then click...
Early Alzheimer’s Disease:...
11/19/2020
Neurology
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data
11/17/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/17/2020
Neurology
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data
11/17/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data Online Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data Online Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/17/2020
Neurology
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety Data
11/17/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety DataTo claim credit for the program, click HERE for the evaluation. You will need to log in or create an account with NACCME, and then click on the evaluation...
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Efficacy and Safety DataTo claim credit for the program, click HERE for the evaluation. You will need to log in or create an account with NACCME, and then click on the evaluation...
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/17/2020
Neurology
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action
11/12/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/12/2020
Neurology
Early Alzheimer’s Disease Overview: Burden of Disease, Quality-of-Life Impacts, and Pathophysiology
11/12/2020
Early Alzheimer’s Disease Overview: Burden of Disease, Quality-of-Life Impacts, and Pathophysiology Online Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Early Alzheimer’s Disease Overview: Burden of Disease, Quality-of-Life Impacts, and Pathophysiology Online Form - PBHLN-NLN Alzheimers Video Series
Early Alzheimer’s Disease...
11/12/2020
Neurology
Claim-Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of Action
11/12/2020
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of ActionTo claim credit for the program, click HERE for the evaluation. You will need to log in or create an account with NACCME, and then click on the evaluation button...
Emerging Treatments for Early Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms of ActionTo claim credit for the program, click HERE for the evaluation. You will need to log in or create an account with NACCME, and then click on the evaluation button...
Emerging Treatments for Early...
11/12/2020
Neurology
Current Treatment Limitations and Clinical Needs in Early Alzheimer’s Disease
11/10/2020
Current Treatment Limitations and Clinical Needs in Early Alzheimer’s Disease To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Current Treatment Limitations and Clinical Needs in Early Alzheimer’s Disease To view accreditation information/faculty disclosures for the program, click 
Current Treatment Limitations...
11/10/2020
Neurology

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