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Michael H. Barnett, PhD

Latest:

Tumefactive Demyelination in Older Adults: Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis

Although more common in younger patients, tumefactive demyelination can occur in adults 65 years and older. It should be considered as a differential diagnosis in patients of this age presenting with a central nervous system lesion.






Kirrie J. Ballard, PhD

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Variables Associated with Self-Reported Language Impairment in Multiple Sclerosis

Self-reported language impairment in MS can be predicted by self-reported cognitive impairment, speech and voice impairment, yes/no response to a binary question on presence of language impairment, group membership and participation, and negative effect on quality of life.






Amani M. Assiry, MS, RT

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Exploring Factors and Nonpharmacological Interventions Associated With Respiratory Function in People With Multiple Sclerosis: A Scoping Review

Respiratory dysfunction in multiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with disease progression, respiratory muscle weakness, fatigue, impaired trunk control, and thoracic kyphosis.




Jocelyn Tan, PhD

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Disaster Preparation for People With Multiple Sclerosis: A Scoping Review of Resources

Disaster events disproportionally affect persons with disabilities; as there is an increasing likelihood of disasters globally, clinicians should consider identifying resources to prepare patients for disasters.


Katie L.J. Cederberg, MS

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Restless Legs Syndrome Severity and Cognitive Function in Adults With Multiple Sclerosis: An Exploratory Pilot Study

In this study examining the relationships between restless legs syndrome (RLS) symptoms and cognitive function in adults with multiple sclerosis and RLS, worse overall RLS severity was associated with slower processing speed and worse memory.


Ashley Parish, PhD, DPT, PT, CRT

Latest:

Exploring Factors and Nonpharmacological Interventions Associated With Respiratory Function in People With Multiple Sclerosis: A Scoping Review

Respiratory dysfunction in multiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with disease progression, respiratory muscle weakness, fatigue, impaired trunk control, and thoracic kyphosis.


Alicia Roth, PhD, DBSM

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Sleep Quality, Dysfunctional Sleep Beliefs, and Health-Related Quality of Life and Functioning in People With Multiple Sclerosis

Assessments and interventions to improve sleep quality and manage dysfunctional sleep beliefs in people with MS may improve health-related quality of life and functioning. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia targets both factors and has been demonstrated to be a modifiable and efficacious treatment in this population.