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Olmstead decision
The Supreme Court decision in Olmstead v L.C (1999) is an interpretation of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that affirms the right of people with disabilities to receive services in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs. The decision recognizes that unnecessary segregation of persons in long-term care facilities constitutes…
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Oligoclonal bands
A diagnostic sign indicating abnormal levels of certain antibodies in the cerebrospinal fluid; seen in approximately 90 percent of people with MS, but not specific to MS.
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Neuropsychologist
A psychologist with specialized training in the evaluation of cognitive functions. Neuropsychologists use a battery of standardized tests to assess specific cognitive functions and identify areas of cognitive impairment. They also provide remediation for individuals with MS-related cognitive impairment. A clinical psychologist with expertise in evaluating psychological well-being affected by a brain disorder.
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Myelin basic protein
One of several proteins associated with the myelin of the central nervous system, which may be found in higher than normal concentrations in the cerebrospinal fluid of individuals with MS and other diseases that damage myelin.
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Multiple sclerosis functional composite
A three-part, standardized, quantitative assessment instrument for use in clinical trials in MS, that was developed by the Task Force on Clinical Outcomes Assessment appointed by the National MS Society’s Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials of New Agents in Multiple Sclerosis. The three components of the MSFC measure leg function/ambulation (Timed 25-Foot Walk), arm/hand function…
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Minimal record of disability
A standardized method for quantifying the clinical status of a person with MS. The MRD is made up of five parts: demographic information; the Neurological Functional Systems (developed by John Kurtzke), which assign scores to clinical findings for each of the various neurologic systems in the brain and spinal cord (pyramidal, cerebellar, brainstem, sensory, visual,…
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Loftstrand crutch
A type of crutch with an attached holder for the forearm that provides extra support.
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Intrathecal space
The space surrounding the brain and spinal cord that contains cerebrospinal fluid. Space surrounding the spinal cord filled with cerebrospinal fluid.
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Intermittent self-catheterization
A procedure in which the person periodically inserts a catheter into the urinary opening to drain urine from the bladder. ISC is used in the management of bladder dysfunction to drain urine that remains after voiding, in order to prevent bladder distention, prevent kidney damage, and restore bladder function.
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Immune-mediated disease
A disease in which components of the immune system T-cells, antibodies, and others are responsible for the disease either directly (as occurs in autoimmunity) or indirectly (for example, when damage to the body occurs secondary to an immune assault on a foreign antigen such as a bacteria or virus).
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