Role of Sleep Chronotype, Circadian Rhythm in Neurocognitive Health: Ashley Curtis, PhD
June 22nd 2024The assistant professor at the University of South Florida provided perspective on the influence of circadian rhythm in neurocognitive health and the possibilities of screening for circadian rhythm issues for large-scale clinical trials. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
A Time to Recognize and Enhance Understanding of Migraine Disorders: Jessica Ailani, MD
June 21st 2024The director of the MedStar Georgetown Headache Center talked about recognizing the struggles of patients with migraine disorders and the importance of bringing awareness of available treatments to this patient population. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Changes in Presentation of Spasticity Over Time
June 20th 2024The expert panel examines the evolution of moderate to severe spasticity following injury or insult, focusing on alterations in joint mobility, changes in range of motion from early to later stages, and other progressive manifestations of the condition.
Defining Mild Multiple Sclerosis
The panelists explore diagnostic methods for differentiating between mild and moderate multiple sclerosis (MS) while also examining prognostic factors, the role of imaging, and the concept of brain reserve in mild MS cases.
Presentation of Clinically Isolated Syndrome/First Attack of Multiple Sclerosis
Key opinion leaders provide insights into the prevalence and incidence of clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) within their clinical practice.
Key opinion leaders (KOLs) address the challenges and obstacles associated with transitioning patients from pediatric to adult care as they age out of the pediatric system, offering valuable insights and strategies for successfully navigating this process.
Presentation of Adult Spinal Muscular Atrophy in Clinics
Leading medical professionals specializing in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) discuss the common clinical presentations of undiagnosed or newly diagnosed adult patients, highlighting crucial signs and symptoms that healthcare providers should recognize.
The Broader Impact of Eptinezumab for Chronic Migraine Management: Fawad Khan, MD, FACNS, FAHS
Published: June 17th 2024 | Updated: June 19th 2024The director of The McCasland Family Comprehensive Headache Center talked about findings from a study that explored the effect of eptinezumab treatment in a broader chronic migraine population. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
Promising Developments in Pharmaceutical Treatments for Sleep Apnea: Sanjay R. Patel, MD, MS
June 13th 2024The director of the Center for Sleep and Cardiovascular Outcomes Research at University of Pittsburgh talked about a novel pharmacologic treatment that shows potential as an alternative to continuous positive airway pressure for sleep apnea. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Closing the Gaps in Underserved Multiple Sclerosis Communities: Yahaira Rivera, MBEd
June 12th 2024The director of Mission Delivery and Program Development for the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America provided perspective on a study presented at CMSC 2024 highlighting factors that play a role in access to resources and healthcare for patients with MS. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Breakthroughs in Alzheimer Research Pave Way for New Era of Treatment: Martin Tolar, MD, PhD
June 11th 2024The president and CEO at Alzheon talked about the recent discoveries made in understanding the pathology of Alzheimer disease and the development of innovative therapies to potentially set the stage for more effective care. [WATCH TIME: 12 minutes]
Overviewing the N-MOmentum Trial of Inebilizumab for NMOSD: Bruce Cree, MD, PhD, MAS, FAAN
June 11th 2024The clinical research director of the UCSF Multiple Sclerosis Center provided an overview of the phase 2/3 N-Momentum study assessing the efficacy of inebilizumab in patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
Natural History of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Panelists examine the natural history of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), assessing the characteristic indicators of motor function deterioration and the loss of ambulatory abilities as patients advance in age.
Clinical Features and Phenotypes of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Key opinion leaders offer a concise summary of the clinical characteristics and classifications of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), emphasizing the distinctive features observed in adult patients with SMA.
The Clinical Pearls for Diagnosing and Treating NMOSD: Brian G. Weinshenker, MD, FRCP
June 7th 2024The professor of neurology at the University of Virginia talked about the improvement and areas of unmet need in the diagnosis and treatment for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]
The Importance of Early Referral and Interdisciplinary Care in MS: Kathy Zackowski, PhD, OTR
Published: June 5th 2024 | Updated: June 6th 2024The associate vice president of research at National MS Society talked about proactive and early referral to rehabilitation services to effectively manage multiple sclerosis symptoms from the outset. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]