Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome in the MSK Patient PM&R News   •   September 20, 2020 Guest post by Chris Duncan, MD Candidate, Tulane University School of Medicine Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is an umbrella term for a heterogeneous group of inherited connective tissue disorders characterized by symptoms including, but not limited to, skin hyperextensibility, joint hypermobility, and vascular fragility.1 It is a result of genetic mutations that cause defects in the formation of types I, III, and/or V collagen, which can manifest with pathologies in collagen-rich tissues like skin, tendons, ligaments, joints, and blood vessels.1 The variety of genes that can be involved leads to a variety [...]

Inpatient Rehabilitation Protocol for COVID-19 PM&R News   •   March 18, 2020 Dear PM&R Colleagues, These are challenging times indeed, but there is no better group than physiatrists to rise as leaders during the COVID-19 pandemic. We have a diverse understanding of medicine, debility, and rehabilitation. Due to our breadth of knowledge, we can help guide our hospitals in developing protocols for safety and recovery. While there are CDC guidelines being released multiple times throughout the day, there is a lack of clear guidance for protecting patients and staff in rehab units. As an inpatient rehabilitation medical director, current recommendations did not fully apply [...]