Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs Cut Opioid Use
Reduction in rate of prescribing of Schedule II opioids seen immediately after program launch
Electroacupuncture May Benefit Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Patients undergoing electroacupuncture reported less disability and less severe symptoms
Good Agreement for Doctor, Patient Criteria for Fibromyalgia
Large values for Bland-Altman 95 percent limits of agreement indicate widely discordant pairs
Possible Benefit for Cannabinoids in Rheumatic Conditions
Review shows limited benefit in terms of pain relief, sleep; mild to moderate adverse effects
Hip Arthroscopy Often Not the Best Option for Older Patients
One-third of older patients may need total hip arthroplasty within two years
Spironolactone No Benefit for Knee OA in Older Adults
No improvements seen in symptoms, physical function, or health-related quality of life
Meds to Treat Opioid Addiction Significantly Underused
In 2013, just 17 percent were given medications like naltrexone after hospital discharge
Many Still on Opioids Six Months After Total Joint Arthroplasty
Study findings highlight growing epidemic
Low Glycemic Index Diet Linked to Drop in Uric Acid Levels
Reducing glycemic index lowers uric acid levels, regardless of percentage of carbohydrates in diet
Patients Like to See Physicians Wearing White Coats
Patients prefer doctors who wear 'professional' attire, survey finds
