Neuromuscular Ultrasound in the Pediatric Population.

The diagnosis and evaluation of neuromuscular disorders traditionally involves electrodiagnostic (EDx) testing, including nerve conduction studies (NCSs) and electromyography (EMG). These tools can cause pain and discomfort, an important consideration when performed on children. Neuromuscular ultrasound is noninvasive, cost-effective, and increasingly utilized for the detection of neuromuscular pathology.

Defining a Minimum Clinically Important Difference in Patient-Reported Outcome Measures in Lumbar Tubular Microdecompression Patients.

Background: Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are critical tools used in the assessment and reporting of surgical outcomes. However, significant differences in PROM scores have not been shown to consistently correlate with clinical improvement from the physician or patient perspective. Defining a minimum clinically important difference (MCID) for PROMs offers interpretation of surgical outcomes with an emphasis on patient-centered feedback.

Should the EuroQol-Five Dimensions Replace the Oswestry Disability Index When Tracking Lumbar Tubular Microdecompression Outcomes?

Objective: Patient-reported outcomes measures (PROMs) are critical in evaluating the effectiveness of surgical spine interventions. The Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) is commonly used but tedious to administer routinely. The EuroQol-5 Dimensions (EQ-5D) questionnaire is easier to administer but not traditionally used to measure spine surgical results.