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- Making the Switch: When and How to Step-Up MS Therapyhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/ms-immune-disorders/PN1108MS-pdf/30974/Advancements and Considerations in Multiple Sclerosis TherapeuticsOver the past quarter-century, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) treatment has evolved rapidly, marked by the FDA approval of six disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) with several more in development. This acceleration contrasts with the decade-l
- Dementia and Driving: When Should You Put on the Brakes?https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/PN0606DrivingFea-pdf/31302/In the June 2006 issue of *Practical Neurology*, Heather Tuckman, PsyD, John Gordon, PhD, Steven Mandel, MD, and Edward Maitz, PhD explore the critical intersection between dementia and driving safety, illustrated through the case of Harold. Harold exhibited troubling behaviors, such as hiding keys
- Expert Opinionhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/expert-opinion/31389/Pseudobulbar Affect in Dementia: Clinical Insights and Emerging TreatmentsIn the October 2005 issue of *Practical Neurology*, Ralph Richter, MD, presents a compelling case of pseudobulbar affect (PBA) in a 78-year-old female patient with progressive moderate dementia. Over a year, the patient experi
- Dementia Insightshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/PN0606Dementia-pdf/31301/Dementia in Parkinson’s Disease: Diagnostic Challenges and Emerging TreatmentsDavid S. Geldmacher, MD, highlights the complexities in diagnosing dementia associated with Parkinson’s disease (PDD) in his Practical Neurology column. Despite Parkinson’s disease (PD) primarily being recognized as a move
- Pain Managementhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/pn0108-pain-management-pdf/31066/Redefining Neuropathic Pain: Enhancing Clinical CareIn "Redefining Neuropathic Pain: The First Step in Improving Care," Charles Argoff, MD, challenges the traditional dichotomy between neuropathic and nociceptive pain, advocating for a more nuanced classification to better address clinical complexit
- Dementia Insightshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/pn-0707-dementia-pdf/31141/In the realm of dementia care, accurate CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) coding is crucial for appropriate reimbursement and reflecting the complexity of patient management. David S. Geldmacher, MD, addresses the challenges neurologists face when utilizing CPT codes for dementia evaluations in h
- Expert Opinionhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/expert-opinion/31419/Idiopathic Hypersomnia: A Distinct Clinical Entity Beyond NarcolepsyIn a case highlighted by Robert Fayle, MD, a 31-year-old woman with a longstanding history of excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) since age 14 presents a compelling example of idiopathic central nervous system hypersomnia. Unlike nar
- Pain Managementhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/PN0806PainManagement-pdf/31287/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) presents significant challenges in long-term pain management, as demonstrated in Charles Argoff, MD’s article in Practical Neurology. CRPS is categorized into Type I (formerly Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy) and Type II (formerly Causalgia). While both types share
- Examining the Health of Medical Malpractice Coveragehttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/examining-the-health-of-medical-malpractice-coverage/31035/Medical malpractice litigation remains a significant concern for neurologists, ranking high among professional anxieties alongside breaches of medical ethics. According to Marc Nuwer, MD, PhD of UCLA, a substantial number of physicians face lawsuits during their careers, often driven not by actual m
- Pain Managementhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/pn0407-painmngmt-pdf/31193/Chronic Pain Management: Addressing Potential Bias in Clinical AssessmentsChronic pain remains a significant challenge in neurology, often complicated by the subjective nature of pain assessment. In the article "Are You Guilty of Bias When Encountering Unexplained Pain?" by Charles Argoff, MD, publi