Articles Tagged With: pain
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Are Epidural Steroid Injections Cost-Effective?
In a retrospective review of patients treated for low back pain and lumbar radiculopathy at the Cleveland Clinic, at three- and six-month follow-up, epidural steroid injections were no better than conservative therapies in quality of life measures or overall cost of medical care.
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Large Texas Health System Cuts Long-Term Opioid Prescriptions Significantly
Education, monitoring, and incentives lead to 64% reduction in prescriptions of five days or longer.
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Are Epidural Steroid Injections Cost-Effective?
In a retrospective review of patients treated for low back pain and lumbar radiculopathy at the Cleveland Clinic, at three- and six-month follow-up, epidural steroid injections were no better than conservative therapies in quality of life measures or overall cost of medical care.
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EHR Issues Arising in ED Malpractice Lawsuits: Info Is Outdated, Incorrect, or Missing
Electronic health record (EHR) issues are coming up in malpractice lawsuits against ED providers. Seven such cases were included in a recent analysis of 216 closed claims occurring from 2010 to 2018 in which EHRs contributed to injury.
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Ubrogepant Tablets (Ubrelvy)
Ubrogepant is indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
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Prognosis in Small Fiber Neuropathy
Small fiber neuropathy is a common disorder that causes chronic pain, but rarely progresses to disability or more severe neurological disorders. Management of the pain continues to be the major treatment challenge.
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Researchers Issue Concerns About Marijuana Use Among Patients at Risk for Cardiovascular Events
The rise of legal medical and recreational marijuana challenges healthcare professionals on how to counsel patients properly.
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The Inner Workings of a Successful Transitional Pain Service Program
A transitional pain service nurse program that uses case management can help reduce opioid dependency and provide better pain management.
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Transitional Service Nurse Case Manager Can Help With Post-Op Pain
This model can improve coordination, improve patient satisfaction, and reduce postoperative opioid dependency.
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Investigators Test Experimental Pain Relief Technique
Researchers seeking next-generation alternative to traditional opioids.