Neurology

Identification and description of telerehabilitation assessments for individuals with neurological conditions: A scoping review (EN)

by O'Neil, J., Barnes, K., Donnelly, E.M., Sheehy, L., & Sveistrup, H.
June 22, 2023

The objectives of this scoping review were to identify outcome measures used to remotely assess the motor function and participation in people with neurological conditions and report, when available, the psychometric data of these remote outcome measures. Fifty studies were included in this review. Eighteen studies targeted outcomes related to body structures and 32 targeted those related to activity limitation and participation restriction. Seventeen studies reported psychometric data; of these, most included reliability and validity data.

mUPDRS: Modified Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (EN)

A modified version of the motor UPDRS that can be used for remote assessments of patients and research participants.

Remote sensors to monitor Parkinson’s Disease (EN)

This article describes how using remote sensors can facilitate assessment in Parkinson’s Disease.

Spasticity outpatient evaluation via telemedicine (EN)

This article provides a framework for conducting a virtual spasticity assessment via telemedicine, including tips on how to conduct a person-centered virtual examination assessment and how to document goals related to the virtual assessment.

The Virtual Neurologic Exam - Instruction (EN)

This assessment outlines features of the neurologic examination that can be performed virtually through telemedicine platforms. It includes instructional videos and guidance for the COVID-19 era and beyond.

webEDSS: Online version of the Expanded Disability Status Scale (EN)

A novel web-based assessment to capture disease progression in Multiple Sclerosis