Neurosarcoidosis presenting as schizophreniform disorder.

A patient whose clinical presentation met criteria for schizophreniform disorder was ultimately found to have neurosarcoidosis, and the psychiatric symptoms responded to steroid treatment. The ongoing search for organic etiology was prompted by the presence of cognitive decline, perseveration and rare bizarre automatisms. This is virtually the first reported association between schizophreniform disorder and sarcoidosis.

Effects of porcelain on occluding surfaces of restored teeth.

The potentially destructive nature of dental porcelain placed on the occluding surface of prosthodontic restorations is explored. Current restorative trends are addressed with presentation of multiple clinical examples. Emphasis is placed on working knowledge by the restorative dentist.

Methods for taking subtalar joint measurements. A clinical report.

Physical therapists frequently evaluate the lower extremity, and this evaluation often includes measuring the subtalar joint neutral (STJN) position and subtalar joint (STJ) passive range of motion (PROM). This report critically reviews methods used to measure STJN position and STJ PROM. Standardized methods for taking these measurements, which have been clinically tested and appear to be theoretically sound, are presented.

Goniometric reliability in a clinical setting. Subtalar and ankle joint measurements.

Measurements of the subtalar joint neutral (STJN) position and passive range of motion (PROM) of the ankle joint and the subtalar joint (STJ) are often part of a physical therapy evaluation. These measurements may be used in treatment planning, such as in the prescription of specialized shoes or orthoses. Therefore, reliability of these measurements, as they are obtained clinically, must be determined.