Recommendations Developed for Antithrombotic Tx in VTE
Guidelines updated for 12 topics; new recommendations address three new topics
Motor Control Exercise Can Help Ease Lower Back Pain
Specific exercises to improve coordination of muscles that control and support spine
FDA Approves Device for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
The device, first approved to treat burns, is made of silicone, cow collagen, and shark cartilage
High Dose of Vitamin D Tied to Higher Risk of Falls in Elderly
No benefit on lower extremity function and increased risk of falls for higher monthly doses
Many Patients Using E-Mail As First Method of Provider Contact
Online communications reduced need for phone calls and office visits for many
December 2015 Briefing – Orthopedics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Orthopedics for December 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Researchers Call for Retraction of Nitroglycerin-Bone Density Study
Investigation found that lead author fabricated data used to support the finding
AMA: Burnout Is Top Issue for Physicians in 2015
More than half of docs report at least one symptom of burnout; efforts being undertaken to address burnout
Higher Hospital Prices in U.S. ‘Monopoly Markets’
Hospital prices positively associated with indicators of hospital market power
Secukinumab Cuts Symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis
Two trials show benefits for 150 mg subcutaneous secukinumab with IV, subcutaneous loading
