Fda Approves Scs Device For Painful Diabetic Neuropathy
The FDA expanded its approval for a spinal cord stimulation (SCS) device to include an indication for painful diabetic neuropathy (PDN). The approval follows the high-frequency device’s (Senza, Nevro) positive clinical trial results, recently published in JAMA Neurology (2021;78[6]:687-698).
Interventional Pain Procedures Can Reduce Office Visits, May Increase Functionality
Patients who did not receive interventional pain procedures at an office clinic subsequently had 37% more office visits and 139% greater use of opioid prescription medications, according to a new retrospective study.
Controlled Trial Shows Turmeric Effective In Alleviating Pain Of Knee Oa
From the treatment of digestive issues to reducing pain and inflammation in rheumatologic conditions, the root of the flowering plant turmeric (Curcuma longa extract) has long been a staple of traditional medicine. Now, a well- designed trial has shown that turmeric—best known in the United States as a ginger-like cooking spice—could potentially serve as a clinical alternative to existing pain treatments in conditions such as osteoarthritis (OA).
Steroid Injection Therapy Does Not Compromise Covid-19 Vaccine Efficacy, New Guideline Suggests
The American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN) issued a new set of recommendations to guide clinicians in the safe and appropriate use of steroid injections for pain management in patients who are receiving the COVID-19 vaccine (J Pain Res 2021;14:623-629).
What Is Lumbar Radicular Pain?
The American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN) issued a new set of recommendations to guide clinicians in the safe and appropriate use of steroid injections for pain management in patients who are receiving the COVID-19 vaccine (J Pain Res 2021;14:623-629).
Degenerative Disc Disease: What Is It?
At some point in their lives, nearly every individual will experience some degree of degenerative disc disease (DDD). Low back pain is the most common complaint in the United States for missed time from work, but luckily there are treatments available beyond medication management.
COMPRESSION FRACTURES: A guide to Alternative treatment options
A compression fracture is just what it sounds like: compression has led to a crushing or cracking of the spine.
What Are Epidural Injections?
Are you experiencing ongoing neck and/or back pain? Have oral medications, physical therapy, or other treatments failed to help?
