Multiple Factors Tied to Spinal Op Fulfillment of Expectations
Findings in patients undergoing lumbar and cervical spine surgery who were surveyed pre- and post-op
Surgeon Experience Influences Post-Op Mobilization Orders
Choice of construct, previous experience of construct failure, lack of audit data influence decisions
Lower Bone Density Seen in Heavy Users of Cannabis
Researchers find heavy users have lower bone density than cigarette smokers
Open-Label Placebo Treatments Can Ease Chronic Low Back Pain
Patients knew they were taking a placebo and still obtained relief, researchers say
Lower Monthly Premiums for Narrow-Network Plans
Extra-small-network plan has less expensive monthly premium than large-network plan
CDC: Complementary Health Use Up With Musculoskeletal Pain
Over 41 percent of U.S. adults with musculoskeletal pain disorders use complementary health approach
DEA Halts Move to Ban Controversial Herbal Kratom
Researchers say kratom may help them develop nonaddictive alternatives to opioids
Acupuncture May Cut Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms
Indicators can predict which women will benefit from acupuncture
Copay Assist Programs Creating Problems in Health Care Markets
Despite offering assistance to those who cannot afford meds, programs create broader problems
Placebo Effect Seen in Chiropractic Tx of Migraine
Study participants who had sham treatment reported pain relief, too
