Spinal cord
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A single centre survey. ⋯ This study highlights the need for further education in SCI medicine in order to improve the efficacy of feeding and nutrition therapy for SCI patients.
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Discussion of issues and development of consensus. ⋯ The format and definitions presented should help experienced and non-experienced clinicians as well as clinical researchers classify pain after SCI.
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Case series. ⋯ The potential value of MRS and DWI to quantify the presence of neuromuscular degeneration as a potential mechanism underlying chronic whiplash is recognized. Larger-scaled prospective studies are warranted and required.
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Case report. ⋯ Pregabalin, which is one of medications used for neuropathic pain, might cause limb edema, that is, a condition needs differential diagnosis. This is particularly important for patients with spinal cord injuries (SCIs). Such adverse effect of pregabalin should be kept in mind as an etiology of limb edema in SCI management.
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To identify technological advances and that are likely to have a great impact on the quality of life and participation in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). ⋯ Although technology advances are exciting, a large challenge for the research community will be how to effectively apply and deploy this technology. Advances occurring in the next 10 years that reduce cost of technology may be more important to the population with SCI than brand new technologies. Social context is everything. As a research community we must advocate for better systems of care. Advocating now for better care will lead to a world in 2020 that is ready to adopt new technologies that are truly transformative.