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Clinical Sciences/Health Conditions

Bone Health Management in Spinal Cord Injury and Multiple Sclerosis- what You Need to Know: Screening, Diagnosis, Drug and Rehab Therapies

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Location: 211
Ideal Audience:Physicians, Researchers, Residents/Fellows, Medical Students
Brief Session Description : This interactive clinical workshop will examine bone health in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) and multiple sclerosis (MS), highlighting pathophysiology, clinical assessment tools, and interdisciplinary management strategies. Through case discussions and audience engagement, participants will explore practical approaches to bone health prevention and management using a variety of drug and rehabilitation therapies including anti-resorptive therapy, neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), and reactive balance training. The session is designed for rehabilitation professionals and researchers seeking to enhance their understanding and application of bone health guidelines and routine use of available resources in these neurological populations.

Session Objectives:

  • 1) Describe the pathophysiology and clinical implications of bone loss and fractures in individuals with neurological conditions, specifically in spinal cord injury (SCI) and multiple sclerosis (MS).

    2) Identify strategies for screening and diagnosis of sublesional osteoporosis and high fracture risk in persons with SCI and MS.

    3) Describe current practices for fall risk screening and reactive balance training in neurorehabilitation.

    4) Discuss the role of pharmacologic therapies (e.g., Denosumab), nutritional interventions, and rehabilitation modalities in preventing and treating low bone mass/osteoporosis.
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