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- News Briefshttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/news-briefs/31165/Highlights from the APA Annual Meeting and Recent Neurological AdvancesThe 160th American Psychiatric Association (APA) Annual Meeting in San Diego featured significant discussions and presentations relevant to neurology and psychiatric medicine. Despite protests from over 300 demonstrators, includi
- Dementia Insightshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/PN0806Dementia-pdf/31281/Posterior Cortical Atrophy: Insights into a Complex Dementia SubtypePosterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA) represents a distinctive and intriguing variant of dementia, primarily characterized by significant visual impairments that overshadow other cognitive deficits. First identified by Benson and colleag
- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN0405Epilpesy-pdf/31464/Osteopenia and osteoporosis are critical concerns affecting both men and women, with postmenopausal women at heightened risk due to hormonal fluctuations. Effective bone health relies on a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, regular weight-bearing exercise, and adequate sunlight exposure. Beyond hor
Parkinson Disease Therapy: Lifestyle Interventions to Optimize Care
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/movement-disorders/parkinson-disease-therapy-lifestyle-interventions-to-optimize-care/36278/Lisa Volenec, a patient advocate and General Manager of KMTV, Omaha, NE, shares how incorporating lifestyle modifications—such as diet, exercise, and community engagement—has enhanced her Parkinson disease treatment. She is joined by double-board-certified neurology and lifestyle medicine physician- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN0708Epilepsy-pdf/31003/Complementary and Alternative Medical Therapies (CAMs) are increasingly utilized by patients with epilepsy, highlighting the necessity for healthcare professionals to be vigilant about their potential impacts. CAMs encompass a variety of treatments, including herbal medicines, dietary supplements, a
The Minimal Clinically Important Difference and Its Use in Neuromuscular Disorders
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/neuromuscular/the-minimal-clinically-important-difference-and-its-use-in-neuromuscular-disorders/35532/The minimal clinically important difference facilitates the determination of clinically important and relevant outcome measures in clinical trials and clinical applications and is a promising alternative to statistical significance.Alzheimer Disease Support Groups
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/alzheimer-disease-support-groups/31914/A care partner plea for physicians to inform patients and care partners about Alzheimer disease support groups.Surgical Management of Epilepsy in Older Adults: Focus on Neurostimulation and Neuromodulation
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/surgical-management-of-epilepsy-in-older-adults-focus-on-neurostimulation-and-neuromodulation/32177/Recent developments in surgical epilepsy, especially minimally invasive procedures and neuromodulatory devices, may be particularly useful in the management of drug-resistant epilepsy in older adults.The Texas Experience
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/alzheimer-disease-dementias/the-texas-experience/30630/Experts and care providers in Texas joined forces to develop guidelines that aid diagnosis and care and help elucidate the many types and causes of cognitive impairment.An Update on the Management of Chronic Migraine
https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/an-update-on-the-management-of-chronic-migraine/30697/In 1672, Thomas Willis provided the first description of chronic migraine (CM) when he reported the case of the philosopher, Anne, Viscountess Conway, who was also treated by William Harvey and Robert Boyle without success.1-4 Has our treatment of chronic migraine since improved?