Case StudiesApple the Approach to Some Real Patients
Case StudiesApple the Approach to Some Real Patients You are now ready to try your hand at diagnosing neurologic conditions based on the level of the NeurAxis that seems most…
The NeurAxis ChartPutting It All Together
The NeurAxis ChartPutting It All Together The rare conditions in medicine are seen infrequently, and the common ones are seen often. For instance, carpal tunnel syndrome is much more common…
What Could the Problem Be?Quickly Consider the Possibilities
What Could the Problem Be?Quickly Consider the Possibilities What is the problem at the affected level? You have covered a lot of ground and are now adept at being able…
The Neurologic ExaminationTips and Techniques to Help Improve Your Yield
The Neurologic ExaminationTips and Techniques to Help Improve Your Yield The neurologic exam can be fairly simple to perform and interpret if you approach it systematically as you do the…
The Clinical HistoryGetting the Important Information You Need Efficiently
The Clinical HistoryGetting the Important Information You Need Efficiently Whether you are still in the classroom and fairly new to patient care or are an experienced clinician, you already know…
Your Approach to the Neurologic PatientWhere do You Start?
Your Approach to the Neurologic PatientWhere do You Start? You need to have an approach to patients with potential neurologic problems that is both efficient and accurate. A reliable method…
Introduction
Introduction “I guess it’s not lumbar radiculopathy.” This particular clinical impression was offered by an enthusiastic fourth-year medical student and refers to a patient who actually did, in fact, suffer…
