Publications by authors named "V J Block"

Background: Bladder dysfunction (BD) is common in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and can reduce participation in daily life. Detecting BD early allows for effective prevention-focused treatments such as pelvic floor physical therapy. Pairing neurotechnology with patient-reported outcomes to remotely measure BD could significantly improve monitoring and treatment of BD.

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Background: Clinical data are usually analyzed with the assumption that knowledge gathered from group averages applies to the individual. Doing so potentially obscures patients with meaningfully different trajectories of therapeutic change. Needed are "idionomic" methods that first examine idiographic patterns before nomothetic generalizations are made.

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Background: Foot drop in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) commonly leads to decreased mobility and quality of life (QOL). Functional electrical stimulation (FES) of the peroneal nerve can improve the gait of people with foot drop, yet various barriers restrict widespread use. The purpose of this case series was to examine the feasibility of a telerehabilitation-monitored FES device and report changes in functional mobility and QOL in people with moderate MS-related disability.

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  • * The initiative has formed four working groups aimed at enhancing research, clinical management, eHealth, and healthcare system reforms, ensuring a collaborative effort among patients, caregivers, and other stakeholders.
  • * As it progresses, the initiative plans to boost the use of eHealth tools and passive PROs in research and clinical settings, while also refining statistical methods in clinical trials and fostering alignment among industry, regulatory bodies, and health policymakers regarding PROs in MS healthcare.
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Background: Both physical and cognitive impairments are common in people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS). Performing a cognitive task while walking (i.e.

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