Monthly Archives: June 2014

Who gets Complex Regional Pain Syndrome?

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Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a disabling condition that causes motor impairment. It is common after wrist fracture. Little is known about the epidemiology of CRPS and there has been very little research into prevention and treatment of CRPS. We sought to (a) determine the incidence of CRPS, and […]

Radiography of a wrist fracture
Dr Fornusek and a participant with MS prepare to begin a session of electrical stimulation cycling.

Electrical stimulation exercise in advanced multiple sclerosis

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People with multiple sclerosis (MS) are generally less active than the general population which may lead to deconditioning that further reduces functional abilities. Regular exercise is beneficial for managing many MS symptoms and reversing deconditioning due to inactivity (Dalgas U, Stenager E, Ingemann-Hansen 2008). However, persons with advanced MS may […]