Read a curated group of articles spanning a variety of diverse topics. These articles are selected by expert physiatrists across the field to provide the highest academic quality. Reading these articles and correctly answering four questions on each article will fulfill an ABPMR maintenance of certification (MOC) requirement through reading high-yield peer-reviewed PM&R classic essential articles.

Activity Format:
8 PM&R articles are listed with links accompanied by 4 multiple choice questions corresponding to each article. To complete this activity, the participant must read all 8 articles, and complete the self-assessment examination. To receive ABPMR MOC credit, the exam must be completed. A minimum passing score of 75% is required for this activity. You will have unlimited attempts to achieve a passing score.

To access the articles either click on each article in the list below or open the Essential Articles: Volume 5 document.


MOC ARTICLE LIST

Essential Article 1:  The effect of resistance training on muscle strength and physical function in older postmenopausal breast cancer survivors: a randomized controlled trial

Essential Article 2:  Physical exercise as a preventive or disease-modifying treatment of dementia and brain aging

Essential Article 3  Natural history of headache after traumatic brain injury

Essential Article 4:  Psychotropic Medication Use During Inpatient Rehabilitation for Traumatic Brain Injury

Essential Article 5:  Readmission to acute care hospital during inpatient rehabilitation for traumatic brain injury

Essential Article 6:  Electrodiagnostic Evaluation of Myopathies

Essential Article 7:  Clinical Features and Electrodiagnosis of Ulnar Neuropathies

Essential Article 8:  Effectiveness of Intermittent pneumatic compression in reduction of risk of deep vein thrombosis in patients who have had a stroke