MDS Curriculum Track: Treatment of Dystonia

Introduction

MDS Curriculum Track: Treatment of Dystonia

Level: Intermediate/Experienced

Course Format

Self-Guided

Release Date

June 11, 2021

Expiration Date

December 31, 2025

Program Description

The MDS Curriculum Track “Treatment of Dystonia” features 8 hours of content comprising 1 presentation, 1 blog, 6 videos, and 4 journal articles presented by global experts. This curriculum includes intermediate-level content that provides the learner with more in-depth concepts covering the current treatment options for dystonia including non-pharmacological, pharmacologic, and surgical interventions.

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Curriculum Overview

RESOURCES

For a complete list of the resources included in this Curriculum Track, please click HERE.

Content Edited By:
Brian Berman, MD - Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia, USA

Content Curated By:
Amal Abu Libdeh, Amanda Persaud, Mariana H.G.Monje, Chauncey Spears, Molly Cincotta, Sandy Cartella

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:

1. Describe the rehabilitative and non-pharmacological therapeutic approaches to treating dystonia.

2. Evaluate the pharmacologic treatment options available for dystonia including chemo-denervation approaches.

3. Summarize the variety of surgical approaches available to treat dystonia and their indications for use.

INTENDED AUDIENCE

The activity is intended for students, residents, neurologists, neurosurgeons, specialist nurses, and health professionals.

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

1. Active Internet connection (DSL or Cable). Dial-up connection will have constant buffering problem.

2. Compatible with Windows PC and MAC (256 MB of RAM or higher).

3. Activity is best viewed on Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Safari 5.0 or higher and Firefox 29.0 or higher.

4. Adobe Flash Player 12.0 (or higher).

5. Adobe Reader to print certificate.