2018 Abstracts

POSTERS


RH01 Monitoring Exertion-Induced Changes in Gait Parameters in Patients with Relapsing-Remitting MS
Darlene K Stough, RN MSCN CCRP, Cleveland Clinic; Jay Alberts, PhD., Cleveland Clinic; Katherine Koenig, PhD, Cleveland Clinic; Hong Li, MS, Cleveland Clinic; Mark Lowe, PhD, Cleveland Clinic; Sneha Natarajan, PhD, Cleveland Clinic; Daniel Ontaneda, MD, Cleveland Clinic; Matthew Streicher, Research Engineer, Cleveland Clinic; Francois Bethoux, MD, Cleveland Clinic

RH02 Self-Regulatory Strategies As Correlates of Physical Activity Behavior in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Katie LJ Cederberg, MS, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Julia M Balto, BSc, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham

RH03 Comparison of Three Measures of Upper Extremity Function in Multiple Sclerosis
Jennifer A. Ruiz, DPT, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Trinity Health Of New England; Evan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCS, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Elizabeth S Gromisch, PhD, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Trinity Health Of New England; Kayla M. Olson, MA, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Trinity Health Of New England; Albert C. Lo, MD, PhD, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Trinity Health Of New England

RH04 Use of the Godin Leisure-Time Exercise Questionnaire in Multiple Sclerosis Research: A Systematic Review
Elizabeth M Sikes, MS OTR/L, UAB; Emma Richardson, PhD, UAB; Katie LJ Cederberg, MS, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Jeffer Sasaki, PhD, UAB; Brian Sandroff, PhD, UAB; Rob Motl, PhD, UAB

RH06 Adaptation of the Cognitive Symptom Management and Rehabilitation Therapy (CogSMART) Program for Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis: A preliminary analysis
Alyssa P Lindsay-Brown, Honours student, Carleton University; Mike Van Adel, Ph.D., Ricci and Associates; Lisa A.S. Walker, Ph.D., Carleton University

RH07 Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Video Telehealth (MS-CVT) for Neurology Care and Tele-Rehabilitation into the Home
Amy Kunce, MS, BSRS, CNMT, VAMC; Jina Fritz, Health Science Tech, Veterans Rural Health Resurce Center; Jodie K Haselkorn, MD, MPH, VA Puget Sound Health Care System; Mitchell T Wallin, MD, MPH, MS Center of Excellence

RH08 Personal, Disease, and Social/Environmental Factors Predicting Satisfaction with the Employment Situation Among People with Multiple Sclerosis
Richard T Roessler, Ph.D., Rehabilitation Consultant; Phillip D Rumrill, Ph.D, Kent State University; Jian Li, Ph.D., Kent State University; James Krause, Ph.D., Medical University of South Carolina; Malachy Bishop, Ph.D, University of Kentucky

RH09 Gait Velocity Training Results in Improved Gait Endurance in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Herb Karpatkin, PT, DSc, NCS, MSCS, Hunter College; Allison Benson, SPT, Hunter College; Naomi Broker, SPT, Hunter College; Nolan Gardner, SPT, Hunter College; Nicole Ramos, SPT, Hunter College; Andrea Xu, SPT, Hunter College

RH10 Participant Engagement in Online Computer-Assisted Cognitive Rehabilitation
Taylor Moulton, BSN Student, The University of Texas at Austin; Janet Morrison, RN, PhD, MSCN, The University of Texas at Austin; Alexa Stuifbergen, RN, PhD, FAAN, The University of Texas at Austin

RH11 Outcome of Intrathecal Baclofen Test Injection in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis and Severe Spasticity Based on Ambulation Status
Jennifer Hartman, MPAS, PA-C, Cleveland Clinic Mellen Center; Francois Bethoux, MD, Cleveland Clinic Mellen Center; Justin Abbatemarco, MD, Cleveland Clinic; Griffin Austin, BA, Case Western Reserve University; Jones Noble, BS, MS, Case Western Reserve University; Keith McKee, MD, Cleveland Clinic Mellen Center; Andre Machado, M.D., Ph.D., Cleveland Clinic Foundation; Nagel Sean, MD, Cleveland Clinic

RH13 The Effects of a Six Week Wellness Exercise Class on Perceived Walking Ability, Fatigue, Quality of Life, and Sustainability of Exercising Independently in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis.
Zabrina Langer-Charapp, PT, DPT, NCS, NYU Langone Medical Center, Rusk Rehabilitation; Herb Karpatkin, PT, DSc, NCS, MSCS, Hunter College

RH14 Evaluation of a Multi-Disciplinary Fatigue Group for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis
Erin Giroux, BScOT(c), MSCS, Alberta Health Services; Nicole Nayoski, PhD, R.Psych, Alberta Health Services; Virginia Caputy, PhD, RCSW, RMFT, Alberta Health Services; Elizabeth Benfield, BScOT, Alberta Health Services; Candace Chan, BScOT, Alberta Health Services; Tegan Evans, RN, Alberta Health Services; Vivienne S. Howard, BSc. PT, Alberta Health Services; Hayley Nhan, BSc. PT, Alberta Health Services; Joy Yanko, MSW, Alberta Health Services

RH15 Occupational Therapy’s Role in Bowel and Bladder Symptom Management in Multiple Sclerosis
Rebecca Cunningham, OTD, OTR/L, University of Southern California; Ashley Uyeshiro Simon, OTD, OTR/L, MSCS, University of Southern California

RH16 Dosing of abobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport®) injections for adults with lower limb spasticity
Salvatore Napoli, MD, Neurology Center of New England; Regina Berkovich, MD, University of Southern California; Theodore Brown, MD, EvergreenHealth Multiple Sclerosis Center; Ziyad Ayyoub, MD, Western University of Heath Sciences; Gustavo Suarez, MD, Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals; Philippe Picaut, MD, Ipsen Pharma; Peter Hedera, MD, PhD, Vanderbilt University

RH17 Feasibility of Home-Based Functional Electrical Stimulation Cycling for Persons with Multiple Sclerosis with Mobility Disability
Thomas A Edwards, MSc, University of Ottawa; Elizabeth Hubbard, PhD, Berry College; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Lara A. Pilutti, PhD, University of Ottawa

RH18 Tracking Your Meds: A New Protocol for Medication Adherence with MS Outpatient Population
Dori Goldman, OTR/L, MSCS, NYU Langone Health; Nandita Singh, MPH, OTR/L, NYU Langone Health

RH19 Rapid Foot Tapping Ability Distinguishes between Multiple Sclerosis Sub-Types and Is Associated with Mobility Function
Sumire Sato, DPT, University of Massachusetts Amherst; Jongil Lim, PhD, Texas A&M University; Julia D Miehm, BS, University of Massachusetts Amherst; Julianna L Averill, MS, University of Massachusetts Amherst; John Buonaccorsi, PhD, University of Massachusetts Amherst; Jane A Kent, PhD, University of Massachusetts Amherst; Carolina Ionete, MD, PhD, University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center; Richard EA van Emmerik, PhD, University of Massachusetts Amherst

RH20 Inter-Rater Reliability of the Balance-Based Torso-Weighting Method of Altering Balance and Gait
Diane D Allen, PT, PhD, University of California San Francisco/ San Francisco State University; Christine Magdalin, sDPT, University of California San Francisco/ San Francisco State University; Amy Schultz, sDPT, University of California San Francisco/ San Francisco State University; Kathryn Scott, sDPT, University of California San Francisco/ San Francisco State University; Catherine Jang, sDPT, University of California San Francisco/ San Francisco State University; Rebecca Hughes, sDPT, University of California San Francisco/ San Francisco State University; Leah Vivero, sDPT, University of California San Francisco/ San Francisco State University; Gail L Widener, PT, PhD, Samuel Merritt University

RH22 A Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Intervention for Building a TeleHealth Platform for People with MS
Tracy Flemming Tracy, OTR/L, MSCS, MSSMC, Tanner Center for MS; Emily Riser, MD, Tanner Center and Foundation for Multiple Sclerosis; James Rimmer, Ph D, UAB/Lakeshore Foundation Collaborative; Mohan Thirumalai, PhD, UAB/Lakeshore Foundation Collaborative; Tapan Mehta, PhD, UAB/Lakeshore Foundation Collaborative; Hui-Ju Young, PhD, UAB/Lakeshore Foundation Collaborative; Whitney Neal, MA, UAB/Lakeshore Foundation Collaborative; Ritalinda Lee, PhD, Claris Technical Services; Dorothy Pekmezi, PhD, University of Alabama, Birmingham

RH23 Examining the Role of Physical Activity, Fitness, and Exercise for Managing Vascular Comorbidities in People with Multiple Sclerosis: A Scoping Review
Benjamin W. Ewanchuk, BSc, The University of Calgary; Marjan Gharagozloo, MSc, University of Sherbrooke; Evelyn Peelen, PhD, CR-CHUM; Lara A. Pilutti, PhD, University of Ottawa

RH24 The Energy Management Program in Support of Restoration and Renewal for Persons with MS (EMPIRe2): An Initial Evaluation
Natasha Hoover, OT (Candidate), University of British Columbia; Forwell Susan, PhD (OT), MA (OT), BSC (OT), FCAOT, University of British Columbia; Denise Kendrick, BA, MOT, UBC MS/NMOSD Clinic

RH25 Dalfampridine May Enhance the Effects of Physical Therapy on Gait in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Prudence Plummer, Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Whitney W Huryta, DPT, University of North Carolina; Jessica H Reynolds, DPT, University of North Carolina; Silva Markovic-Plese, MD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Barbara Giesser, MD, UCLA


ORAL PRESENTATIONS


RH26 Continuous Remote Assessment of Multiple Sclerosis Disability over One Year: The UCSF Fitrims Study
Valerie A J Block, PT, DPTSc, University of California San Francisco; Riley Bove, MD, MMSc, Weill Institute for Neurosciences; Chao Zhao, MSc, Weill Institute for Neurosciences; Priya Garcha, BSc, Weill Institute for Neurosciences; Jennifer S Graves, M.D. PhD, Weill Institute for Neurosciences; Andrew Romeo, MD, Weill Institute for Neurosciences; Ari J Green, MD, Weill Institute for Neurosciences; Jill Hollenbach, PhD, University of California San Francisco; Jeffrey E Olgin, MD, University of California San Francisco; Gregory M Marcus, MD, MAS, FACC, FAHA, FHRS, University of California San Francisco; Mark Pletcher, MD, MPH, University of California San Francisco; Bruce AC Cree, MD, PhD, Weill Institute for Neurosciences; Jeffrey M Gelfand, MD, MAS, Weill Institute for Neurosciences

RH27 Inpatient Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation: Long-Term Effectiveness on Health-Related Quality of Life in MS Patients. – the Danish MS Hospitals Rehabilitation Study
Michael Norgaard, MSc, The Danish MS Hospitals; Finn Boesen, MD, The Danish MS Hospitals; Peter V Rasmussen, Phd, Aarhus University Hospital; Thor Petersen, DMSc, Aarhus University Hospital; Anders G Skjerbaek, MRSc, The Danish MS Hospitals; Philipp Trenel, Phd, Danish Technological Institute; Brita Lovendahl, MSc, The Danish MS Hospitals

RH28 Usability of the Atomic (Active Teens Multiple Sclerosis) Mobile App to Increase Physical Activity in Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis
Samantha Stephens, PhD, The Hospital for Sick Children; Stephanie A Grover, MSc, CCRP, The Hospital for Sick Children; Jennifer Stinson, N-EC, PhD, CPNP, FAAN, University of Toronto; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Marcia Finlayson, PhD, OT Reg (Ont), OTR, Queen’s University; E. Ann Yeh, MD, MA, FRCPC, Dip ABPN, The Hospital for Sick Children

RH29 Maximal Strength Training in MS: Effects on Mobility Deficits
Herb Karpatkin, PT, DSc, NCS, MSCS, Hunter College; Michael Zervas, DPT, Hunter College; Mark Wnukowski, DPT, Hunter CollegeNew York; Alexandra Cerrati, SPT, Hunter College; Michelle Shamsian, SPT, Hunter College; Niki Chan, SPT, Hunter College; Kelly Kaems, DPT, Hunter College

RH30 Correlation of Patient Report of Speech and Swallowing Difficulty with Diadochokinetic Rate
Lori A Kostich, M.S. CCC-SLP, MSCS, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital

2017 Abstracts

POSTERS

A Concerns Report Survey of Physical Activity Programming Needs and Priorities of People with Moderate-to-Severe MS-Disability and Family Caregivers
Afolasade Fakolade, BMR(PT), M.Sc, Queen’s University; Amy E Latimer-Cheung, PhD, Queen’s University; Trisha Parsons, B.Sc.(PT), PhD, Queen’s University; Marcia Finlayson, PhD, OT Reg (Ont), OTR, Queen’s University; Afolasade Fakolade, BMR(PT), M.Sc, Queen’s University

Assessment and Treatment of Vestibular Dysfunction in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis
Andrew Wagner, DPT, Cleveland Clinic; Andrew Wagner, DPT, Cleveland Clinic

Lifestyle Redesign for Multiple Sclerosis: A Community-Based Occupational Therapy Program
Ashley Uyeshiro Simon, OTD, OTR/L, MSCS, University of Southern California; Rebecca Cunningham, OTD, OTR/L, University of Southern California; Ashley Uyeshiro Simon, OTD, OTR/L, MSCS, University of Southern California

Is the Melsbroek Disability Scoring Test (MDST) a Good Tool to Assess Rehabilitation in Pwms?
Benoit Gebara, PT, NATIONAL MS CENTER, MELSBROEK, BELGIUM; Stephan Ilsbroukx, MD, NATIONAL MS CENTER, MELSBROEK, BELGIUM

The Influence of Cognitive Impairment on the Fitness/Cognition Relationship in Multiple Sclerosis
Brian M Sandroff, PhD, Kessler Foundation; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham; John DeLuca, Ph.D., Kessler Foundation; Brian M Sandroff, PhD, Kessler Foundation

Cognitive Performance during Aerobic Exercise: Do Exercise Modality and Fitness Level Matter?
Brian M Sandroff, PhD, Kessler Foundation; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham; John DeLuca, Ph.D., Kessler Foundation; Brian M Sandroff, PhD, Kessler Foundation

Telerehabilitation in MS: Gait, Balance, and Patient-Reported Outcomes
Cecilie Fjeldstad, PhD, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Amy Thiessen, PT, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Gabriel Pardo, MD, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation; Cecilie Fjeldstad, PhD, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation

Comparability of Output from Actigraph Accelerometer Models 7164 and GT3X+ in Youth with Multiple Sclerosis
Danusha Nandamalavan, BSc, CCRA, The Hospital for Sick Children; Samantha Stephens, PhD, The Hospital for Sick Children; Stephanie A Grover, MSc, CCRP, The Hospital for Sick Children; Dominique Kinnett-Hopkins, BSc, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Marcia Finlayson, PhD, OT Reg (Ont), OTR, Queen’s University; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham; E. Ann Yeh, MD, MA, FRCPC, Dip ABPN, The Hospital for Sick Children; Danusha Nandamalavan, BSc, CCRA, The Hospital for Sick Children

Multi-Modal Measurement of Fatigue-Induced Gait Changes in a Person with Multiple Sclerosis during a 12-Minute Walk Test
David Chen, BS, SPT, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Evan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCS, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Stephanie Muth, PT, PhD, Thomas Jefferson University; Richard Ferraro, PT, PhD, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Lindsay Meyer, BA, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Evan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCS, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

The Attentional Cost of Movement in Individuals with MS
Douglas A Wajda, PhD, Cleveland State University; Tyler Wood, MS, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Jacob J Sosnoff, PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Douglas A Wajda, PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Multiple Sclerosis in-HOME Clinical VIDEO Telehealth (MS-CVT) for Rehabilitation Follow-up for Veterans at Geographic Disadvantage
Erin Hirschler, MS, OTR/L, VA Puget Sound Healthcare System; Erin Hirschler, MS, OTR/L, VA Puget Sound Healthcare System

Heart Rate Response and Changes in Walking Velocity during the 12-Minute Walk Test in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Evan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCS, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Stephanie Muth, PT, PhD, Thomas Jefferson University; Robert L Dekerlegand, PT, MPT, PhD, CCS, Thomas Jefferson University; Richard Ferraro, PT, PhD, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Lindsay Meyer, BA, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; David Chen, BS, SPT, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Evan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCS, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

A Systematic Review of the Relationship Between the Use of Walking Assistive Devices and Falls in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Feroza Patel, BS, OMS II, Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine; Trajan Barrera, BS, OMS II, Rowan University – School of Osteopathic Medicine; Evan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCS, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Evan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCS, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Effect of Intermittent Vs. Continuous Walking on Kinematic Variables in Persons with MS: Partial Results of an Ongoing Study
Herb Karpatkin, PT, DSc, NCS, MSCS, Hunter College; Leslie Mento, SPT, Hunter College; Robbie Gillies, SPT, Hunter College; Rebecca Pizarro-Matos, SPT, HUNTER COLLEGE; Kenneth Wong, SPT, Hunter College; Nathan You, SPT, Hunter College; Herb Karpatkin, PT, DSc, NCS, MSCS, Hunter College

A Systematic Review of Upper Extremity Orthosis Use for Symptom Management and Functional Activities in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis
Jacqueline A Hall, MS, OTR/L ATP, VA Puget Sound Health Care System; Mary Matthews-Brownell, MHA, OTR/L, CHT, CLT, VA Puget Sound Health Care System; Jacqueline A Hall, MS, OTR/L ATP, VA Puget Sound Health Care System

MS STEP UP Program at University of South Florida
Jamie Dolley, BS, University of South Florida; Valerie Dickinson, BS, University of South Florida; Jeannie Stephenson, PT, Ph.D., NCS, University of South Florida School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences; Valerie Dickinson, BS, University of South Florida; Jamie Dolley, BS, University of South Florida

Meeting Physical Activity Guideline Criteria in a Sample of People with MS and Cognitive Processing Speed Impairment
Janet Morrison, RN, PhD, MSCN, The University of Texas at Austin; Alexa Stuifbergen, RN, PhD, FAAN, The University of Texas at Austin; Janet Morrison, RN, PhD, MSCN, The University of Texas at Austin

Anti-Gravity Treadmill Training Improves Walking in a Person with Severe Multiple Sclerosis
Jonathan Melbourn, DPT, Shepherd Center; Thomas B Willingham, MS, University of Georgia; Kevin McCully, PhD, University of Georgia; Deborah Backus, PT, PhD, Shepherd Center; Jonathan Melbourn, DPT, Shepherd Center

The Evaluation of a Pilates Program in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis
Juliana Rhein, physiotherapy, Brazilian Association of Multiple Sclerosis; Giulianna Ferrero, physiotherapy, Brazilian Association of Multiple Sclerosis; Bruna H Sciarini, physiotherapy, Brazilian Association of Multiple Sclerosis; Bruna L Guadereto, physiotherapy, Brazilian Association of Multiple Sclerosis; Ana M Canzonieri Sr., Phd, Brazilian Association of Multiple Sclerosis; Ana M Canzonieri Sr., Phd, Brazilian Association of Multiple Sclerosis

Further Validation of the Timed up and Go in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Kayla M. Olson, MA, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Trinity Health Of New England; Jennifer A. Ruiz, DPT, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Trinity Health Of New England; Elizabeth W. Triche, PhD, Brown University; Heather M Hawks, MS, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital; Albert C. Lo, MD, PhD, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Trinity Health Of New England; Kayla M. Olson, MA, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Trinity Health Of New England

Systematic Review of Exercise Training in Adults with Multiple Sclerosis with Severe Mobility Impairment
Lara A. Pilutti, PhD, University of Ottawa; Thomas A Edwards, BKin, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign; Lara A. Pilutti, PhD, University of Ottawa

Comparison of a Community Based Tai Chi Program and a Home Exercise Program on Improvement in Balance and Gait in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Linda A Csiza, PT, DSc, NCS, Texas Woman’s University; Linda A Csiza, PT, DSc, NCS, Texas Woman’s University

Clinical Use of the Bicams: Case Studies Illustrating Varied Application to Meet Patient and Clinician Needs
Lori A Kostich, M.S. CCC-SLP, MSCS, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital; Lori A Kostich, M.S. CCC-SLP, MSCS, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital

Superior Multiple Sclerosis Competencies in Physical Therapy Students Who Participate in Optional 2-Year Specialty Education Track
Prudence Plummer, PhD, PT, The University of North Carolina; Angela Rosenberg, DrPH, PT, The University of North Carolina; Jessica Anderson, BS, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Andrea Stewart, PhD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Whitney W Huryta, BS, University of North Carolina; Jessica H Reynolds, DPT, University of North Carolina; Diane Meyer, PT, MSCS, UNC Healthcare; Kaye Gooch, MSW, National MS Society, Greater Carolinas Chapter; Lisa Johnston, PT, MS, DPT, The University of North Carolina; Prudence Plummer, PhD, PT, The University of North Carolina

A Soft, Flexible Skin-Mounted Sensor for Monitoring Balance Deficits in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Ruopeng Sun, PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Yaejin Moon, MS, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Kirsten Seagers, BS, MC10 Inc.; Nirav Sheth, MS, MC10 Inc.; John A Wright Jr., MS, MC10 Inc.; Roozbeh Ghaffari, PhD, MC10 Inc.; Jacob J Sosnoff, PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Ruopeng Sun, PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Jacob J Sosnoff, PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Multicenter Validation Study of the Evergreen Myometric Strength Test for Lower Extremities (EMST-LE) in Multiple Sclerosis
Theodore R Brown, MD, MPH, Evergreen Health; Michelle H Cameron, MD, PT, Oregon Health & Science University; Virginia I Simnad, MD, MS, Evergreen Health; Theodore R Brown, MD, MPH, Evergreen Health

ORAL PRESENTATIONS

Dynamic Stability during Gait Is Altered in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis Who Have a Falls History Compared to Non-Fallers and Healthy Controls
Jessie Huisinga, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center; Alexander Peebles, MS, University of Kansas; Adam Bruetsch, MS, University of Kansas Medical Center; Sharon G Lynch, MD, University of Kansas Medical Center; Jessie Huisinga, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center

The Relationship Between Variability of the Center of Mass and Base of Support Is Altered during Gait in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Jordan J Craig, MS, University of Kansas Medical Center; Adam Bruetsch, MS, University of Kansas Medical Center; Sharon G Lynch, MD, University of Kansas Medical Center; Jessie Huisinga, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center; Jessie Huisinga, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center

Persons with Multiple Sclerosis Increase Their Dynamic Margin of Stability during Gait
Alexander Peebles, MS, University of Kansas; Adam Bruetsch, MS, University of Kansas Medical Center; Sharon G Lynch, MD, University of Kansas Medical Center; Jessie Huisinga, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center; Jessie Huisinga, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center

Physical Activity and Physical Function in Older Adults with Multiple Sclerosis
Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Katie LJ Cederberg, MS, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Longitudinal Relationships Between Moderate and Vigorous Physical Activity, Fatigue and Depression in Pediatric MS
Samantha Stephens, PhD, The Hospital for Sick Children; Shahriar Shams, MSc., The Hospital for Sick Children; Giulia Longoni, M.D., The Hospital for Sick Children; Stephanie A Grover, MSc, CCRP, The Hospital for Sick Children; Joshua D Lee, PhD, Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto; Tara Berenbaum, BSc, The Hospital for Sick Children; Marcia Finlayson, PhD, OT Reg (Ont), OTR, Queen’s University; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham; E Ann Yeh, MD, Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto; Samantha Stephens, PhD, The Hospital for Sick Children

The Efficacy of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) Cycling for Improving Physiological Function in People with MS with Severe Mobility Impairment
Thomas A Edwards, BKin, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign; Robert W Motl, PhD, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Lara A. Pilutti, PhD, University of Ottawa; Thomas A Edwards, BKin, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

2016 Abstracts

POSTERS

 

Understanding Leisure-Time Physical Activity: Voices of People with MS Who Have Moderate to Severe Disability and Their Family Caregivers
Afolasade Fakolade, BMR(PT), M.ScQueen’s UniversityJulie Lamarre, B.ScQueen’s UniversityAmy E Latimer-Cheung, PhDQueen’s UniversityTrisha Parsons, B.Sc.(PT), PhDQueen’s UniversityMarcia Finlayson, PhD, OT Reg (Ont), OTRQueen’s University

Analysis of Upper Limb Sinergies in Multiple Sclerosis Subjects during Common Daily Actions
Andrea Tacchino, PhDItalian MS Society, Genoa, ItalyLaura Pellegrino, PhDUniversity of GenoaGiorgia Stranieri, DrUniversity of GenoaElena Tiragallo, Dr.University of Genoa;Giampaolo Brichetto, MD, PhDItalian MS Society, Genoa, ItalyMartina Coscia, Dr.Bertarelli Foundation Chair in Translational Neuroengineering, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de LausanneMaura Casadio, Prof.University of Genoa

Barriers to Recruitment in Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Research
Ashley M Clayton, MANYU Langone Medical CenterJennifer Kalina, MS, OTR/L, CCRC, MSCSNYU Langone

Free from Falls Program at the University of South Florida
Beth Tillman, BS, SPTUniversity of South Florida School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation SciencesJordan C Luther, BS, SPTUniversity of South Florida School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation SciencesDerrick S Robertson, MDUniversity of South FloridaLise Casady, MSCN, ARNP-CUniversity of South FloridaJeannie Stephenson, PT, Ph.D., NCSUniversity of South Florida School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences

Changing Physical Activity Behaviour in People with Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review
Blathin Casey, BScPhysiotherapyUniversity of LimerickSusan B Coote, PhDUniversity of LimerickSara Hayes, PhDUniversity of LimerickStephen Gallagher, PhDUniversity of LimerickBlathin Casey, BScPhysiotherapyUniversity of Limerick

Potential for Massage Therapy to Manage Fatigue, Pain and Spasticity in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Christine Manella, PT, LMT, MCMTShepherd CenterAnneke Bender, MPTShepherd CenterDeborah Backus, PT, PhDShepherd CenterMark Sweatman, PhDShepherd Center;Lisa Ruger, LMTShepherd CenterDeborah Backus, PT, PhDShepherd Center

Using Dynamometry to Assess Grip Strength over Five Years in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis
Cindy Darius, MS, RNJohns Hopkins School of MedicineScott D Newsome, D.O.Johns Hopkins School of MedicineKathryn Fitzgerald, ScDJohns Hopkins HospitalMoira Baynes, RNJohns Hopkins UniversityPeter A Calabresi, MDJohns Hopkins UniversityKathleen M Zackowski, PhD, OTJohns Hopkins University

Associations Between Myotonometry and Other Upper Extremity Measures Among Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Elizabeth W. Triche, PhDUniversity of Connecticut School of MedicineKayla M. Olson, MAMount Sinai Rehabilitation HospitalJennifer A. Ruiz, DPTMount Sinai Rehabilitation HospitalAlbert C. Lo, MD, PhDMount Sinai Rehabilitation HospitalKayla M. Olson, MAMount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital

Adaptive Locomotor Performance in the Early Stages of Multiple Sclerosis: A Pilot Study
Etienne J Bisson, PhDQueens UniversityTessa Elliott, MSc(c)Queens UniversityPatricia A Hewston, PhD(c), OTQueens UniversityMarcia Finlayson, PhD, OT Reg (Ont), OTRQueens UniversityNandini Deshpande, PhD, PTQueens University

Alterations in Temporal-Spatial Gait Parameters in People with Multiple Sclerosis – a Systematic Review
Stephanie DeCeglie, SPTRutgers, The State University of New JerseyShyra Dehner, SPTRutgers, The State University of New JerseySteven Ferro, SPTRutgers, The State University of New JerseyRaymond Lamb, SPTRutgers, The State University of New Jersey;Lauren Tomaszewski, SPTRutgers, The State University of New JerseyEvan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCSRutgers, The State University of New JerseyEvan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCSRutgers, The State University of New Jersey

The Effect of Walking-Related Motor Fatigability during the 6-Minute Walk Test on Temporal-Spatial Parameters of Gait in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Evan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCSRutgers, The State University of New JerseyDonald A Barone, D.O.Rowan University-SOMJ Scott Parrott, PhDRutgers, The State University of New JerseyStephanie Muth, PT, PhDThomas Jefferson UniversityEvan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCSRutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Relationship of Turning Parameters in Longitudinal Change of Balance Confidence, Walking Limitation, and Disability in Multiple Sclerosis
Gautam Adusumilli, Undergraduate StudentWashington University School of Medicine in St. LouisSamantha Lancia, MSWashington University School of Medicine in St. Louis;Victoria A Levasseur, Medical StudentUniversity of MissouriVaishak A Amblee, M.D. Candidate 2017University of Illinois at Chicago College of MedicineMegan Orchard, PAWashington University School of Medicine in St. LouisRobert T Naismith, MDWashington University School of MedicineJoanne M Wagner, PT, PhDSaint Louis University

Can Exercise Combined with Cranial Nerve Non-Invasive Neuromodulation (CN-NINM) Improve Mobility in Non-Ambulatory People with MS? a Case Study Series
Georgia A Corner, DPTTactile Communication and Neurorehabilitation LaboratoryJanet Ruhland, PT, MSTactile Communication and Neurorehabilitation LaboratoryMitchell E Tyler, MS, PETactile Communication and Neurorehabilitation LaboratoryYakov Verbny, Ph.D.Tactile Communication and Neurorehabilitation LaboratoryYuri Danilov, Ph.D.Tactile Communication and Neurorehabilitation LaboratoryKimberly Skinner, MS, PTTactile Communication and Neurorehabilitation Laboratory

Falls in People with Multiple Sclerosis; Causes, Attributions and Intervention Needs
Gillian Quinn, BScUniversity of LimerickSusan B Coote, PhDUniversity of Limerick;Gillian Quinn, BScUniversity of Limerick

Effect of Spasticity on Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis
Herbert I Karpatkin, PT, DSc, NCS, MSCSHunter CollegeMorris Narovlianski, SPTHunter CollegeMelissa McDarby, SPTHunter CollegeIman RimawiDPT, SPTHunter CollegeBeremis Perez, SPTHunter College

The Effect of Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy in Ambulatory MS Patients
Jaes C Jones, B.S.Cleveland Clinic FoundationBryan Lee, M.D.Cleveland Clinic FoundationMin Lang, M.S.Case Western Reserve UniversityLu Dai, M.S.Cleveland Clinic FoundationDarlene Lobel, M.D.Cleveland Clinic FoundationAndre Machado, M.D., Ph.D.Cleveland Clinic FoundationFrancois Bethoux, MDCleveland Clinic Mellen CenterJaes C Jones, B.S.Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Analysis of the Development of MS-Related Competencies Among Physical Therapy Students
Prudence Plummer, PhD, PTThe University of North CarolinaAngela Rosenberg, DrPH, PTThe University of North CarolinaJessica H Reynolds, BSUniversity of North Carolina;Whitney Wilson, BSUniversity of North CarolinaAlexis A Williams, ATC, SPTThe University of North CarolinaCorinne J Bohling, BS, M.Ed, SDPTThe University of North CarolinaDiane Meyer, PT, MSCSUNC HealthcareKaye Gooch, MSWNational MS Society, Greater Carolinas ChapterLisa Johnston, PT, MS, DPTThe University of North Carolina

Quantitative Muscle Analysis Measurements in Low Disability Multiple Sclerosis
Joan Ohayon, RN, MSN, CRNP, MSCNNational Institutes of HealthJoseph Shrader, PT, CPedNational Institutes of HealthJulie Rekant, BSNational Institutes of HealthCristiane Zampieri, PT, PhDNational Institutes of HealthKaylan Fenton, RN, MSN, CRNP, MSCNNational Institutes of HealthChevaz Thomas, BSNational Institutes of HealthIrene Cortese, MDNational Institutes of Health

Physical Therapy and MS: One Size Does Not Fit All
John T Marmarou, PT, DPTTotal Rehab and FitnessJoshua D Katz, M.D.The Elliot Lewis Center for Multiple Sclerosis CareEllen S Lathi, M.D.The Elliot Lewis Center for Multiple Sclerosis CareLauren M Heyda, B.S.The Elliot Lewis Center for Multiple Sclerosis Care

The Feasibility of an Online Wellness Program Based on Group-Exercise and Theory-Based Models of Behavioral Change
Joseph W Miller, DPTThe University of North Carolina at Chapel HillGabrielle Scronce, DPTThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Translating Evidence into Practice: A Physical Rehabilitation Clinical Practice Guideline for Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Kelli Doern, PT, DPT, NCS, MSCSSheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Centers;Morgan Eppes, PT, DPTSheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation CentersLeslie Peterson, OTR/LSheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation CentersKeri Cullen, M.Ed., CCC-SLPSheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Centers

Home-Based Resistance Training for Older Adults with Severe Multiple Sclerosis
Lara A Pilutti, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignMichelle Stratton, BSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignMatthew E Platta, BSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignYvonne C Learmonth, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign;Robert W Motl, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignLara A Pilutti, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

A Comparison Study of 8-Week Functional Strength and Pilates Based Training Program in Moderately Disabled Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Myla D Goldman, MD, MscUniversity of VirginiaLeigh Sato, PTUniversity of Virginia;Shannon Wells, MEdUniversity of VirginiaCarla Shifflett, BAUniversity of VirginiaSravya Gundapaneni, BS (June 2017)University of Virginia

The Effect of a Single Bout of Physical Exertion on Language Skills in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis
Marissa A Barrera, MS, MPhil, MSCS, CCC-SLPCUNY Graduate CenterP. Olivia Goodell, MS, CCC-SLPASPIRE Center for Health + WellnessHerbert I Karpatkin, PT, DSc, NCS, MSCSHunter College

Exploring the Feasibility of Monitoring of Gait and Falls in the Homes of Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Pamela K Newland, RN, PhD, CMSRNBarnes Jewish College, Goldfarb School of NursingJoanne M Wagner, PT, PhDSaint Louis University

Levels and Rates of Physical Activity in Older Adults with Multiple Sclerosis
Rachel E Klaren, BSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignEmerson Sebastiao, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignChung-yi Chiu, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignDominique L Kinnett-Hopkins, BSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignEdward McAuley, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignRobert W Motl, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

Comprehensive Profile of Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in Ambulatory Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Rachel E Klaren, BSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignBrian M Sandroff, PhDKessler FoundationBo Fernhall, PhDUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoRobert W Motl, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

Exercise As an Essential Component of Comprehensive Treatment: Historic and Future Considerations of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC)
Richard W Hicks, PhDJimmie Heuga Center EndowmentBrian A Hutchinson, MSPTMS Achievement Center at Dignity Neurological Institute of Northern California

Competitive Inhibition of Myostatin in the Management of Sarcopenia and Muscle Wasting Disease – Implications for Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
Ronald O Bailey, M.D.Riverside Medical ClinicBavesh Desai, PhD., J.D.Riverside Medical ClinicRandy R. Heim, B.S., M.S.Riverside Medical ClinicMarlon V. Garcia, MARiverside Medical ClinicCarina G. Sprague, LVNRiverside Medical Clinic

Physiologic Responses and Changes in Walking Performance during the Six Minute Walk Test in People with Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review
Shyra Dehner, SPTRutgers, The State University of New JerseyEvan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCSRutgers, The State University of New JerseyRobert L Dekerlegand, PT, MPT, PhD, CCSRutgers, The State University of New JerseyEvan T Cohen, PT, MA, PhD, NCSRutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Effect of Fatigue on Sensory Impairment in Multiple Sclerosis
Stefanie DiCarrado, DPT, PT, CPT, CES, PESHunter CollegeHerbert I Karpatkin, PT, DSc, NCS, MSCSHunter CollegeJulia Karsten, SPTHunter CollegeAshley McLoughlin, SPTHunter CollegeMelanie Rocchio, SPTHunter CollegeChristina Bianchi, SPTHunter College

Oxygen Uptake Efficiency Slope Across the Disability Spectrum in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Thomas A Edwards, BKinUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignRachel E Klaren, BSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignRobert W Motl, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignLara A Pilutti, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Mscares: Therapy Protocol for Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Tracy Flemming Tracy, OTR/L, MSCS, MSSMCTanner Center for MSEmily S Riser, MDTanner Center for MSDanielle Lehman, OTSTanner Center for MS

Comparison of Actigraph, Fitbit and Manual Step Count during a Two-Minute Walk Test in People with Multiple Sclerosis: A Pilot Study
Valerie A J Block, PT DPTSc(c)San Francisco State UniversityAntoine Lizée, MScUCSF;Elizabeth Crabtree-Hartman, MD, MASUCSFCarolyn J Bevan, MDUCSFJennifer Graves, MD, PhDUCSF Pediatric MS CenterAri J Green, MDUniversity of California, San Francisco;Bardia Nourbakhsh, MDUCSFMatthew Tremblay, MD, PhDUCSFGregory M Marcus, MD, MAS, FACC, FAHA, FHRSUCSFJeffrey E Olgin, MDUCSFMark Pletcher, MD, MPHUniversity of California San Francisco Medical CenterBruce AC Cree, MD, PhDUniversity of California San FranciscoDiane D Allen, PT, PhDUniversity of California San Francisco/San Francisco State UniversityJeffrey M Gelfand, MD, MASUCSF

Physiotherapy and Walking Outcomes in Adults with Multiple Sclerosis: A Meta-Analysis
Yvonne C Learmonth, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignIpek Ensari, EdMUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignRobert W Motl, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

ORAL PRESENTATIONS

Understanding Engagement Decisions to Maximize Gait and Balance: Persons’ with Multiple Sclerosis and Physical Therapists’ Perspectives
Elissa C Held Bradford, PT, PhD, NCS, MSCSRocky Mountain University of Health ProfessionsAndrea White Gorman, PhD, RD, LPCRocky Mountain University of Health ProfessionsJoanne M Wagner, PT, PhDSaint Louis UniversityMarcia Finlayson, PhD, OT Reg (Ont), OTRQueen’s UniversityElissa C Held Bradford, PT, PhD, NCS, MSCSSaint Louis University

A Qualitative Study of a Home-Based DVD Exercise Intervention in Older Adults with Multiple Sclerosis
Elizabeth A Hubbard, MScUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignYvonne C Learmonth, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignDominique L Kinnett-Hopkins, BSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignThomas Wojcicki, PhDBellarmine University;Sarah Roberts, BSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignJason Fanning, MSUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignEdward McAuley, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignRobert W Motl, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Associations Between UE Body Functions and Clinical Characteristics Among Persons with Multiple Sclerosis
Elizabeth W. Triche, PhDUniversity of Connecticut School of MedicineKayla M. Olson, MAMount Sinai Rehabilitation HospitalJennifer A. Ruiz, DPTMount Sinai Rehabilitation HospitalAlbert C. Lo, MD, PhDMount Sinai Rehabilitation HospitalKayla M. Olson, MAMount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital

Application of a Clinical Practice Guideline for Persons with Multiple Sclerosis in a Multi-Setting, Multi-Discipline Rehabilitation Facility
Kelli Doern, PT, DPT, NCS, MSCSSheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Centers;Morgan Eppes, PT, DPTSheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Centers

The Benefit of Tai Chi on Balance and Gait in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Linda A Csiza, PT, DSc, NCSTexas Woman’s University

Assistive Device Training Results in Improved Functional Mobility and Reduced Thalamo-Cortical Connectivity in People with MS
Brett W. Fling, PhDOregon Health & Science UniversityDouglas Martini, PhDOregon Health & Science UniversityAndrea Hildebrand, BAOregon Health & Science University;Eline Zeeboer, MSc, PTOregon Health & Science UniversityMichelle H Cameron, MD, PTOregon Health & Science UniversityMichelle H Cameron, MD, PTOregon Health & Science University

Physical Functioning Among Older Adults with MS: Evidence Based on an Objective Outcome
Robert W Motl, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignJulia M Balto, BScUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignManuel E Hernandez, PhDUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignBrian M Sandroff, PhDKessler Foundation

2015 Abstracts

Rehabilitation Abstracts from the 2015 CMSC Annual Meeting

The 2015 Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) was held on May 27 – 30 at the JW Marriot Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Platform Presentations

Poster Presentations

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2014 Abstracts

Rehabilitation Abstracts from the 2014 CMSC Annual Meeting

The 2014 Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) was held in Dallas, Texas.

Platform Presentations

Poster Presentations

2012 Abstracts

Rehabilitation Abstracts from the 2012 CMSC Annual Meeting

The 2012 Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) was held in San Diego, California.

  • RH01 – Mentally Simulated Motor Actions in Neurorehabilitation: A New Protocol for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH02 – Effects of a Physical Therapy Reference for Neurologists Treating Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH03 – Physical Therapy, A Part of a Multidisciplinary Team for People with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH04 – Comparison of Actigraph Accelerometers in Persons with MS and Healthy Controls (poster)
  • RH05 – Two Conditions of Administering the Six-Minute Walk in Persons with MS (poster)
  • RH06 – Effects of a Fall Prevention Initiative on Falls During Outpatient Visits in an MS Center (poster)
  • RH07 – The Effects of a 6-Minute Endurance Walk on Selected Gait Characteristics in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH08 – Newly Diagnosed Clinic: Emerging Model in MS Care (poster)
  • RH09 – Activity Based Rehabilitation May Preserve Function in Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH10 – Impact of a Hip Flexion Assist Device on Gait Performance in MS (poster)
  • RH11 – Agreement Between Self-Report and Clinician-Administered EDSS Scores (poster)
  • RH12 – Validity and Sensitivity of Spatiotemporal Parameters of Gait in MS (poster)
  • RH13 – People with Multiple Sclerosis Show Improved Gait with Balance-Based Torso Weighting (poster)
  • RH14 – Berg Balance Scale Scores in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis are Different in Fatigued vs. Non-Fatigued Conditions (poster)
  • RH15 – Validation of Self-Reported Balance and Mobility Measures in Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH16 – Validation of an Abbreviated Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale in Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH17 – Walking Impairment and Gait Variability in Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH18 – Whole Limb Vibration Facilitates Magnetic Evoked Potential (MEP) Response (poster)
  • RH19 – Targeted Lower Extremity Joint Training Effects on Gait Abnormalities (poster)
  • RH20 – Evaluation of a Multiple Sclerosis Educational Track for Physical Therapy Students (poster)
  • RH21 – Associations Between a Measurement of Upper Limb Function and the Expanded Disability Status Scale in Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH22 – Qualitative Needs Assessment of People with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH23 – Employment Needs of People with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH24 – Psychometric Properties of Three Depression Scales in People with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH25 – Exploring Unmet Needs in MS: Who Needs What? (poster)
  • RH26 – The Multiple Sclerosis Self-Management Scale: Psychometric Testing (poster)
  • RH27 – Weight Status and Disability in Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH28 – Multiple Sclerosis Walking Scale-12 Scores and Gait Parameters (poster)
  • RH29 – Neurotronics Walkaide in MS Patients (poster)
  • RH30 – Predicting Community Participation in Adults with Multiple Sclerosis
  • RH31 – Dual Task Mobilty and Falls Risk in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH32 – The Path to Work in People with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH33 – Tracking Instrumented Gait and Balance in Multiple Sclerosis Over 18 Months (poster)
  • RH34 – The Effects of Strength Training Protocols on Fatigue, Strength and Quality of Life in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (poster)
  • RH35 – Physical Activity, Self-Efficacy, and Health-Related Quality of Life In Persons with Multiple Sclerosis: Analysis of Change Over One Year (poster)
  • RH36 – A Comparison of Balance Training in Multiple Sclerosis: Conventional Training vs. Nintendo® Wii Fit™ Game Play (poster)
  • RH37 – Living Well with Multiple Sclerosis: A Healthcare Provider Perspective (poster)
  • RH38 – Validation of the Six Spot Step Test as a Measure of Ambulation in Multiple Sclerosis (poster)

2010 Abstracts

Rehabilitation Abstracts from the 2010 CMSC Annual Meeting

The 2010 Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) was held in San Antonio, Texas.

  • S12 – Effects of LSVT® on Voice and Respiration in Individuals with MS (pdf)
  • S14 – Effectiveness of Balance Disorders Rehabilitation Treatments in Multiple Sclerosis Subjects: A Pilot Randomized Control Trial Assessing the Wii Balance Board Gaming System (pdf)
  • S15 – Effectiveness of the Wii on Standing Balance in Individuals with MS (pdf)
  • S30 – Development of a Comprehensive Fatigue Assessment Battery for Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S33 – Computerized Testing to Screen for Cognitive Impairment in MS (pdf)
  • S36 – A Combination of Robot-Assisted and Body Weight Supported Treadmill Training Improves Gait in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S38 – Participants’ Progress Through a Teleconference Fatigue Management Program (pdf)
  • S39 – Thermosensitivity and Fatigue Affect Participation in Physical Activity in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S47 – The Rehabilitation Neurofunctional and Virtual Reality in Rehabilitation (pdf)
  • S52 – Post-Baseline Changes in Health-Related Quality of Life Among Multiple Sclerosis Patients in a Real-World Observational Outcomes Study (ROBUST) (pdf)
  • S59 – Developing a Wellness Program for People with Multiple Sclerosis: Desription and Initial Results (pdf)
  • S62 – Factors Contributing to the Quality of Life Among Individuals with MS (pdf)
  • S66 – Post-Baseline Changes in Work Productivity and Activity Impairment Among Multiple Sclerosis Patients in a Real-World Observational Outcomes Study (ROBUST) (pdf)
  • S68 – Measuring Physical Function in MS: Extending the PROMIS Bank for AT Users (pdf)
  • S70 – Muscular and Gait Abnormalities in Patients with a First Clinically Demeyelinating Episode Suggestive of Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S76 – Comparison of Functional Electric Stimulation (FES) Neuroprosthesis and Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) (pdf)
  • S85 – Post Void Residual (PVR) Evaluation in MS Patients (pdf)
  • S87 – The Measurement of Upper Extremity Learned Nonuse in Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S94 – Improvement in MS-Related Disability is Associated with Improvement in QoL (pdf)
  • S97 – Fatigue and Depression are Independent Predictors of Naturally Occurring Changes in Physical Activity in Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S103 – Challenges in the Treatment of Mobility Loss and Walking Impairment in MS (pdf)
  • S104 – Exploring the Potential of Nintendo Wii to Promote Exercise in Persons with MS (pdf)
  • S114 – Dalfampridine Improves Walking in MS Patients: Pooled Data From 3 Clinical Trials (pdf)
  • S115 – Resumption of Ambulation in a Non-Ambulatory 68 Year Old Female with MS Following Physical Therapy with Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Specialists (pdf)
  • S124 – Spasticity, Mobility, and Balance in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S143 – The Impact of Gait Disability on the Calibration of Accelerometer Output in Adults with Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S142 – Accelerometry: Free-Living Measure of Ambulatory Impairments in Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • S148 – Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement by a Rehabilitation Team: Impact on MS Care (pdf)
  • P01 – Cognitive Assessment in Multiple Sclerosis: A Clinical Approach (pdf)
  • P12 – Clinical Usefulness of the Physical Functioning Measures in Ambulatory People With Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • P14 – Symptoms That Predict Participation in People with Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • P15 – Teleconference-Delivered Fatigue Management: Efficacy and Effectiveness (pdf)
  • P18 – Psychometric Evaluation of the Quality of Life Scale Related to Bowel Management in People with Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • P19 – Effect of a Single Bout of Intermittent Versus Continuous Walking on Perceptions of Fatigue in People with Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • P20 – Validation of the Performance Scales Spasticity Subscale (pdf)
  • P21 – “Spasticity: Take Control,” a New DVD, Presents an Educational Program for Managing Multiple Sclerosis Spasticity (pdf)
  • P22 – Physical Activity Predicts Progression of Mobility Impairments in Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • P23 – Validity, Reliability, and Sensitivity of Three Gait Measures in Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • P24 – Effectiveness of Urinary Rehabilitation in Multiple Sclerosis Patients (pdf)
  • W20 – Validating a Cognitive Rehabilitation Program for Executive Deficits in Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)
  • W27 – Strategies for Yoga Teachers: Adaptive Mat Yoga for People Living with Multiple Sclerosis (pdf)

2006 Abstracts

Rehabilitation Abstracts from the 2006 CMSC Annual Meeting

The 2006 Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) was held in Phoenix, AZ.

  • S35 – Patients’ Perceptions of Self-Efficacy After Specialized Rehabilitation (pdf)
  • P06 – Three year changes in MS symptoms and quality of life following mitoxantrane treatment (pdf)
  • P07 – Balance base torso weighting improves balance and mobility in MS (pdf)
  • P08 – Use and availability of assistive technology in MS (pdf)

2005 Abstracts

Rehabilitation Abstracts from the 2005 CMSC Annual Meeting

The 2005 Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) was held in Orlando, FL.

  • W12 – Development and Dissemination of coping skills module in MS Rehabilitation (pdf)
  • S01 – The physical and occupational therapy MS rehabilitation program (pdf)