In the United States in 2022, stroke accounted for 1 in 6 deaths related to cardiovascular disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The incidence rate of stroke experienced a slight decrease from 41.1 per 100,000 in 2021 to 39.5 per 100,000 in 2022. Ischemic strokes make up approximately 87% of […]
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Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, primary RLS, and idiopathic RLS, is a neurological disorder characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs and an irresistible urge to move them. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that up to 7-10% of the US population may be affected by RLS, with onset possible […]
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Each November, we commemorate National Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM), focusing on educating the public about epilepsy symptoms and supporting research efforts. In honor of NEAM, today’s article will focus on epilepsy. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), between 2021 and 2022, approximately 2.9 million adults aged 18 and older reported experiencing active epilepsy, […]
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November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM), a time dedicated to raising awareness about epilepsy and supporting research efforts. In honor of NEAM, our Guidelines Rundown Series presents a new article focusing on epilepsy. Epilepsy is a well-known condition that affects 1% of adults in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control […]
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Dravet syndrome is a rare form of epilepsy that typically manifests in infancy or early childhood. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), initial symptoms often present as either focal or generalized convulsive seizures that begin before the age of 15 months, with many cases occurring before the age of one. These initial seizures […]
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In our most recent edition of the Guidelines Timelines, we will be exploring the topic of stroke rehabilitation. In August 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) jointly released an updated clinical practice guideline (CPG) for the management of stroke rehabilitation for their healthcare providers. This new guideline serves […]
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The Cognitive Neuroscience Society (CNS) recently held its annual meeting, CNS 2024, from September 28th to October 2nd in Houston, Texas. This event provided attendees with the opportunity to delve into the latest advancements in neurosurgery and their impact on improving patient outcomes. The conference featured a lineup of distinguished speakers who delivered engaging and […]
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In this edition of our Guidelines Timeline series, we will explore the recently released 2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke by the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Stroke Association (ASA). This updated guideline supersedes the previous version from 2014, providing clinicians with a comprehensive resource to aid in the implementation of prevention […]
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Sport-related concussion (SRC) is a prevalent injury in both recreational and organized sports. Over the past few decades, there has been significant advancement in our scientific comprehension of SRC, leading to the establishment of clinical recommendations for its diagnosis, assessment, and management. As the need for knowledgeable healthcare professionals to deliver evidence-based care for athletes […]
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Pompe disease, also known as acid maltase disease and glycogen storage disease II, is a rare genetic disorder that results in progressive weakness in the heart and skeletal muscles. This debilitating condition is caused by mutations in a gene responsible for producing an enzyme called acid alpha-glucosidase (GAA). This enzyme plays a crucial role in […]
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