27-Oct-2004 10:00 AM EDT
Pain Often Overlooked in Myasthenia Gravis Patients
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular disorder primarily characterized by muscle weakness and muscle fatigue, reported in a new survey by Penn State University researchers that the disease impacts their quality of life.

27-Oct-2004 10:00 AM EDT
Bogeys Not Only Problem for Golfers with Improper Technique
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Most golfers are probably aware of their increased risk for upper limb injuries but few realize the how improper grip technique may contribute to nerve damage in their hands.

27-Oct-2004 10:00 AM EDT
Surgery Effective in Diabetics with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Diabetics with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, an acquired entrapment neuropathy causing pain and weakness of the hands, can benefit from surgery suggests research.

27-Oct-2004 10:00 AM EDT
Stroke Patients Benefit from Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

High frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation shows promise in improving motor functioning of stroke patients suggests a new study.

Released: 13-Sep-2005 8:30 AM EDT
Idiopathic Neuropathy May Be the First Indication of Prediabetes
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Patients who present with idiopathic neuropathy may in fact be experiencing the first signs of impaired glucose tolerance. In a recent study, findings suggested that electrophysiologic features were similar between patients with diagnosed diabetic neuropathy and those with prediabetes.

Released: 13-Sep-2005 8:30 AM EDT
Diagnostic Testing Alternatives Effective in Evaluating Spinal Stenosis
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Patients with symptoms consistent with spinal stenosis may benefit from having both a needle electromyography examination, and magnetic resonance imaging. Research indicates that needle EMG is a complementary test for patients with spinal stenosis.

Released: 15-Sep-2005 8:35 AM EDT
Manual Milking Proves to Be a Real Pain for Rural Farmers
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

There is great debate in the medical community regarding whether carpal tunnel syndrome is based on a person's bone structure, what a person's does at work, or some other underlying reasons.

Released: 16-Sep-2005 9:00 AM EDT
ALS Physician Honored Through Generosity of Sanofi-Aventis
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Sanofi-aventis proudly agreed to provide financial support to establish the Richard K. Olney Lectureship. Dr. Richard K. Olney, a now nationally known figure, has dedicated his life to finding a cure for ALS.

Released: 14-Aug-2006 12:00 AM EDT
AANEM to Hold Annual Meeting
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) will hold its annual meeting in Washington, DC, from October 11-14, 2006, at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. The meeting will feature world-renowned leaders in the field of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and electrodiagnostic medicine.

4-Oct-2006 5:00 AM EDT
Nerve Conduction Studies Safe for Patients with Implanted Cardiac Devices
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Patients with implanted cardiac devices and their physicians sometimes defer important electrodiagnostic testing because of anxiety about potential negative effects the testing may have on the device. Good news for these patients and physicians is that electrodiagnostic testing was found to pose minimal or no risk to patients with implanted cardiac devices such as permanent pacemakers and implanted cardiac defibrillators.

Released: 9-Oct-2006 12:00 AM EDT
Guillain-Barre Syndrome After Vaccination in United States
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Although vaccines have reduced morbidity and mortality from many infections, several cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) have been reported following vaccination.

Released: 10-Nov-2006 4:50 PM EST
AANEM Elects New President
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Kathryn A. Stolp, MD, of Mayo Clinic Rochester, was elected President of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) at the organization's annual meeting in Washington, DC.

Released: 18-Sep-2007 4:40 PM EDT
AANEM to Hold 54th Annual Meeting
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) will hold its annual meeting in Phoenix, Arizona, from October 17-20, 2007, at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge. Over 1000 physicians are expected to attend the meeting, which will include world-renowned leaders in the field of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and electrodiagnostic medicine.

Released: 24-Sep-2007 1:00 AM EDT
New Editor of Muscle & Nerve Named
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Lawrence H. Phillips, II, as the new Editor-in-Chief of Muscle & Nerve, the official journal of the AANEM. Dr. Phillips will be replacing Dr. Michael J. Aminoff, who has been the Editor of the journal since 1997.

11-Oct-2007 5:00 PM EDT
Big Breasts Are Big Pain for Many Women
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Women with macromastia, a condition of having abnormally large breasts, often experience symptoms of neck pain, numbness, tingling, and pain and weakness in one or both hands. Though the neurological symptoms are common in women with macromastia, there has not been consensus in the medical community about how to determine the source of the problem.

11-Oct-2007 5:00 PM EDT
Cardiac Stents May Have Tingling Effect on Some Patients
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Coronary stents are commonly used to open blocked arteries of patients with coronary artery disease. Increasingly, stents that release a drug that prevents recurrent narrowing of the coronary stents are used, and may cause numbness and tingling in some patients.

11-Oct-2007 12:20 PM EDT
Children with Neuromuscular Diseases at Risk for Decreased Bone Density
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Children with neuromuscular diseases such as muscular dystrophy, may be at risk for suboptimal bone density due to low levels of vitamin D. Healthy bone density is important to assure proper growth and bone strength in children.

11-Oct-2007 12:25 PM EDT
Massage Could Put You at Risk for Nerve Injury
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Massage is commonly regarded as a therapy associated with relieving muscle tension and pain. For some people, a routine massage may actually be the cause of considerable discomfort and physical disability.

Released: 1-Aug-2008 12:00 PM EDT
Electrodiagnostic and Neuromuscular Medicine Featured at AANEM Annual Meeting
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) will hold its 55th annual meeting in Providence, Rhode Island, from September 17-20, 2008, at the Rhode Island Convention Center.

11-Sep-2008 8:45 AM EDT
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Knowing When to Refer for Testing is as Easy as 1, 2, 3
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Does your physician know when it is appropriate to refer you to a specialist to diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)? Due to a high prevalence of CTS, and the number of other conditions that mimic symptoms of CTS, a team of researchers set out to develop an easy screening questionnaire to help physicians determine when it is appropriate to refer a patient for nerve conduction studies and needle electromyography (EMG) - the two electrodiagnostic tests, most commonly used to diagnose CTS.

15-Sep-2008 9:00 AM EDT
Nerve Activity Can Predict Life Or Death for Comatose Patients
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Even when patients are unable to respond, physicians can get valuable information from nerves that can assist in determining whether the patient will live or die in nontraumatic comatose patients. Even in a comatose state, electrically induced nerve responses can be interpreted because the nerve responses are not affected by therapeutic muscular paralysis that occurs when sedatives are given at high dosage.

16-Sep-2008 8:50 AM EDT
Electrodiagnostic Testing May Be the Key to Early Identification of West Niles Virus
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

A case report from the University of Colorado Denver, School of Medicine shows that in patients with weakened immune systems, electrodiagnostic testing may be the key to early identification of West Nile virus (WNV). Because patients who have weakened immune systems may not be able to produce the antibodies that are the early detectors for WNV, it can result in delayed diagnosis with potentially fatal consequences.

Released: 22-Oct-2008 11:25 AM EDT
AANEM Elects New President
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Michael T. Andary, MD, MS, of Michigan State University, was elected President of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) at the organization's annual meeting in Providence, Rhode Island.

Released: 10-Aug-2009 1:25 PM EDT
Electrodiagnostic and Neuromuscular Medicine Featured at AANEM Annual Meeting
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) will hold its 56th annual meeting in San Diego, California, from October 7-10, 2009 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt. Over 1,000 physicians are expected to attend the meeting, which will include world-renowned leaders in the fields of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and electrodiagnostic medicine who will come together to hear the latest research related to the treatment and diagnosis of muscle and nerve disorders.

Released: 5-Oct-2009 5:00 AM EDT
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Shows Improvement Following Bariatric Surgery
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

As bariatric surgical procedures (BSPs), or weight loss surgeries, have become increasingly common, so have their associated neurological complications. However, for patients with a pre-surgical diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), the benefits of the bariatric surgery may actually help improve the painful symptoms of CTS.

Released: 5-Oct-2009 5:00 AM EDT
Taking the Guess Work Out of Predicting Pain Relief for Patients with Back Pain and Sciatica
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Patients suffering from back pain, sciatica, or a herniated disc, sometimes find relief with epidural steroid injections (ESI). Recent research has found that needle electromyography (EMG) can reliably predict, among other factors, the patient’s potential pain relief from these injections.

Released: 5-Oct-2009 5:00 AM EDT
Are You at Risk for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

If you are experiencing pain in your arms, based on individual risk factors, there may be an increased likelihood you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). According to a team of researchers, certain factors can play a role in your prevalence to developing this painful syndrome.

Released: 7-Oct-2009 4:00 AM EDT
Automation Is No Substitute for Accuracy in Nerve Conduction Studies
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

To the patient, automated nerve conduction studies (NCSs) may sound appealing because they are less invasive than needle electromyography (EMG). To the physician with no formal electrodiagnostic (EDX) training, the ability to perform an automated test in their office is convenient for patients and may generate additional revenue for their practice.

Released: 7-Oct-2009 4:00 AM EDT
Good Nutritional Control May Prevent Polyneuropathy After Bariatric Surgery
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

With the rising popularity of bariatric surgery (BS), there is an increasing need for patients and their doctors to recognize and prevent the potential complications from this weight loss procedure. Neurological complications are one of the risks, and recent studies show that appropriate preventative measures and a multidisciplinary approach can largely prevent the development of postoperative nerve damage, also known as peripheral neuropathy (PN).

Released: 12-Apr-2011 1:50 PM EDT
AANEM Joint Guideline Documents Scientific Best Practice
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), in collaboration with the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) and the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPMR), released a new guideline on the most effective treatments for diabetic nerve pain, the burning or tingling pain in the hands and feet that affects millions of people with diabetes.

Released: 12-Oct-2011 9:00 AM EDT
AANEM Foundation Announces $500,000 Research Grant Initiative
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The AANEM Foundation for Research and Education has strengthened and expanded its research initiatives It now will fund one $500,000 grant (up to $100,000 per year for 5 years). AANEM seeks high quality, evidence-based studies that will provide important information that delineate the role of EDX studies in patient management.

Released: 30-Dec-2011 9:40 AM EST
AANEM Releases Performance in Practice Module
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) recently released a new Performance in Practice (PIP) Module on Electrodiagnostic (EDX) Report Writing.

Released: 21-Feb-2012 3:00 PM EST
AANEM Endorses Intraoperative Monitoring Guideline
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) recently endorsed the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) guideline update on intraoperative monitoring (IOM).

Released: 19-Jul-2012 6:00 AM EDT
AANEM Accredits Cleveland Clinic EMG Laboratory
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) recently awarded Cleveland Clinic’s EMG Laboratory Accreditation With Exemplary Status.

Released: 19-Jul-2012 12:30 PM EDT
AANEM Guideline Documents Scientific Best Practice
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) released a new evidence-based guideline on Neuromuscular Ultrasound for the Diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Released: 27-Sep-2012 3:00 PM EDT
Dr. Sanders to Receive AANEM Lifetime Achievement Award
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Donald B. Sanders, MD, will receive the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine’s (AANEM) highest honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award, at its Annual Meeting in Orlando, Fl., on Friday, October 5, 2012.

Released: 23-Oct-2012 4:50 PM EDT
Dr. Peter A. Grant Welcomed as New President of AANEM
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) is pleased to announce the selection of Peter A. Grant, MD, to lead the organization in 2012-13 as its new president. Dr. Grant replaces John Kincaid, MD, of Indiana, who completed his term on October 4, 2012.

Released: 7-Mar-2013 12:00 PM EST
Sequestration Cuts Medicare Reimbursement Beginning April 1
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

The federal budget sequester went into effect March 1 after a lack of Congressional action to avoid the automatic spending cuts. Effective April 1, Medicare payments to hospitals, doctors, and other health care providers will be reduced by 2%.

Released: 28-Mar-2013 12:00 PM EDT
Medicare Cuts Impact Access to Care
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Physicians and patients alike are feeling the impact of Medicare reimbursement cuts that went into effect on January 1, 2013. With an additional 2% sequestration cut to roll out on April 1, it’s likely that physicians who treat Medicare patients will be faced with difficult decisions as operating margins continue to shrink.

Released: 16-Oct-2013 9:00 AM EDT
Vaccine Risk to Myasthenia Gravis Patients May be Worth Taking
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

First step taken in collection of data on vaccine-preventable illnesses in patients with myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular disorder causing weakness and rapid fatigue of voluntary muscles.

Released: 17-Oct-2013 9:00 AM EDT
Diaphragm Pacing System Benefits Patients with ALS
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

ALS patients using diaphragm pacing experienced improved quality of life, with better sleep and daytime functioning, better breathing, and less fatigue.

Released: 21-Oct-2013 3:00 PM EDT
Dr. Francis O. Walker Welcomed as New President of AANEM
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Francis O. Walker, MD, is the new president of the AANEM. Walker is a national expert in neuromuscular ultrasound and a dedicated member of the organization since 1985.

Released: 20-Nov-2013 3:00 PM EST
AANEM Accredits First Overseas Electrodiagnostic Laboratory
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

On November 6, 2013, the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center received accreditation with exemplary status through the AANEM Electrodiagnostic Laboratory Accreditation Program. This is the first EDX laboratory outside of the U.S. to receive gold standard status.

Released: 12-Jun-2014 11:00 AM EDT
ABEM Certification Examination Changes Format
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

After careful deliberation and research, the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM) Board of Directors voted to change the format of the ABEM Certification Examination at its spring meeting in Chicago, Ill. The board voted to eliminate the oral examination component and move the examination delivery to national testing centers.

Released: 29-Oct-2014 10:00 AM EDT
Dr. Chan Receives Best Abstract Award at the AANEM 61st Annual Meeting
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Among the approved 177 scientific abstracts presented at the AANEM 61st Annual Meeting, only one was chosen by the Research Committee of the AANEM Foundation for Research & Education to receive the Best Abstract Award. K. Ming Chan, MD, of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, will receive the award for his work entitled, “Post-Surgical Electrical Stimulation Enhances Sensory Function Following Digital Nerve Transection: A Double Blind, Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.”

Released: 29-Oct-2014 9:00 AM EDT
Dr. Shklyar Receives Golseth Young Investigator Award
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Dr. Shklyar is among the youngest recipients of the AANEM Foundation's Golseth Young Investigator Award for her research on quantitative ultrasound backscatter analysis for the evaluation of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

Released: 30-Oct-2014 6:00 AM EDT
Increased Risk of Co-Existing Autoimmune Disease in Myasthenia Gravis Patients
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

Myasthenia gravis is a disorder than can be associated with abnormal function outside of skeletal muscle. Two studies presented at the annual meeting of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) demonstrate that there is a significant proportion of myasthenia patients with arrhythmias and co-morbid inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Released: 30-Oct-2014 6:00 AM EDT
Validation of Patient Reported Outcomes Obtained in the Home Infusion Setting in the Management of Patients with Neuromuscular Disease
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

A study presented at the annual meeting of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) provides some new information about how to monitor medications given at home.

Released: 31-Oct-2014 6:00 AM EDT
High Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency Across the Board in Neuromuscular Disease
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

A study presented at the annual meeting of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) adds more credence to a growing awareness of the high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in neuromuscular disease.

10-Oct-2014 4:00 PM EDT
Guideline Offers Direction in Genetic Testing for Certain Types of Muscular Dystrophy
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)

A new guideline recommends guidance on how doctors should evaluate the full picture in order to determine what genetic tests may best diagnose a person’s subtype of limb-girdle or distal muscular dystrophy.


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