Epidural Injections With, Without Steroids Effective for Lumbar Radiculopathy
A systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs was performed to evaluate the efficacy of various types of epidural steroid injections for lumbar radiculopathy.
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ASA: Intraoperative Acupuncture May Help Decrease Post-TKA Opioid Use
Acupuncture was applied to ipsilateral ear during total knee arthroplasty; all patients discontinued opioids by postoperative day 30
Patients With Migraines Have Thinner Retinal Nerve Fiber Layers, Reduced Choroidal and Luminal Areas
Choroidal vascularity index, and RNFL thickness in all quadrants except nasal were significantly reduced in study participants with migraine.
Pain Management in Gout – A Video Interview With Lawrence Edwards, MD
In light of Pain Awareness and Arthritis Awareness Month, Lawrence Edwards, MD, discusses the importance of addressing pain in patients with gout and the role of collaboration between clinical specialties during the management of painful gout flares.
Mirror Therapy Reduces Phantom Limb Pain in Individuals With Amputations
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, study authors evaluated available evidence to determine the effect of mirror therapy on short- and long-term phantom limb pain in individuals with amputations.
11% of Adults Frequently Experience Meal-Related Pain
Adults who frequently experience meal-related pain often have GI symptoms, non-GI somatic symptoms, and psychological distress.
Scientists Share Nobel Prize for Discoveries That Changed Pain Research
Two American researchers have been awarded this year’s Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discoveries that could help ease chronic and acute pain.
Can an Oromucosal Spray of THC-CBD Reduce Chronic Neuropathic Pain?
Researchers conducted a meta-analysis of double-blind RCTs of nabiximols and placebo treatments for chronic, noncancer neuropathic pain.
Evaluating Spinal Inhibitory Dysfunction in Diabetes With Neuropathic Pain
Researchers sought to evaluate how impairment or loss of the Hoffman reflex may affect rates of painful diabetic neuropathy.
Psychological Treatment Provides Pain Relief for Chronic Back Pain
For patients with chronic back pain, psychological treatment may provide substantial and durable pain relief.
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