Publications by authors named "David Jos Kopsky"
Purpose: We developed and evaluated a novel spelling system for patients with locked-in syndrome: patients with tetraplegia, not able to talk, and only able to blink their eyes.
Method: A new communication grid was compared with existing non-technical communication methods for practical daily use. The means of the number of decision steps to reach a full sentence were compared testing 10 sentences relevant in daily care.
Article Synopsis
- Researchers conducted a pilot study to assess the feasibility and effects of percutaneous nerve stimulation (P(E)NS) on patients with chronic neuropathic pain due to spinal cord injuries, as current treatment options are often ineffective.
- Out of 26 patients screened, 17 participated, with a high questionnaire return rate of 91.2%, and only two patients dropped out; the procedures had minimal side effects reported.
- Results showed a significant decrease in pain levels, with many participants reporting at least a 30% reduction in pain immediately after treatment, indicating that P(E)NS could be a promising option for pain management in this population.