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Scientific Statement details latest evidence for diagnosis and treatment of fibromuscular dysplasia

A vascular disease called fibromuscular dysplasia, which can cause high blood pressure, kidney failure, stroke and other symptoms -- mostly in women -- is "poorly understood by many healthcare providers," according to a Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association.

27 Feb 2014

Gulf Coast Spine Care now offers new, improved treatment for degenerative disc disease

Degenerative disc disease affects many individuals, and it can cause a significant amount of pain to those affected. Its most common cause is related to aging and deterioration of the bones in the spine, and pain from the condition results when two or more vertebrae move and place pressure on the spine. This is a condition that often is associated with both a herniated disc and spinal stenosis.

23 Jan 2014

Researchers conduct study to evaluate musculoskeletal pain outcomes after motor vehicle collision

A new study led by University of North Carolina School of Medicine researchers is the first large prospective study to evaluate musculoskeletal pain outcomes after motor vehicle collision in the U.S.

20 Jan 2014

Methodology needed to diagnose quality of life of individual cancer patients or survivors

Due to improved treatments and technologies, more children than ever are surviving cancer. Unfortunately, about 70 percent of these children experience late effects from their disease and treatment 30 years after their cancer diagnosis, which University of Florida Health researchers say significantly impact their quality of life.

13 Dec 2013

Survey reveals 60% of Americans report of having Silicon Valley Syndrome

LUMO BodyTech, the makers of the LUMOback smart posture and movement feedback system, today announced national survey results revealing a widespread phenomenon LUMO calls 'Silicon Valley Syndrome'.

9 Oct 2013

Clinical decision rule may help doctors identify patients with headache in emergency department

Researchers have developed a simple clinical decision rule that may help doctors identify patients with headache in the emergency department who have subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding in a certain area of the brain), according to a study in the September 25 issue of JAMA.

25 Sep 2013

Undersize school chairs, low desks and overweight backpacks contribute to chronic back pain in adolescents

Undersize school chairs, low desks and overweight backpacks are contributing to chronic back pain in adolescents, according to a study from researchers in Portugal to be published in the International Journal of Human Factors and Ergonomics.

23 Sep 2013

Innovation that speeds up pure oxygen production wins 2013 Curtin Commercial Innovation Awards

An innovation that speeds up pure oxygen production, a medical device that treats neck pain and technology that regenerates tissue in ulcers are the winners of the 2013 Curtin Commercial Innovation Awards.

23 Aug 2013

Life Care’s thoughts on neck pain from cervical herniated disc

Thoughts on neck pain from a Cervical Herniated Disc from Life Care Solutions Group's Sacramento Injury Lawyer, Dr. Greg Vigna.

3 Aug 2013

Comprehensive analysis of disease burden in US

In nearly every major cause of premature death - from ischemic heart disease to diabetes to interpersonal violence - the United States trails its economic peers, according to new research from a global collaborative of scientists led by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington.

12 Jul 2013

S.M. Rezaian says that the spine degrades following inadequate treatment

S.M. Rezaian, MD, FRCS, FICS, PhD has treated well over 13,000 patients throughout his illustrious career in orthopedic medicine. He's truly been an innovator in the field, creating the Rezaian Spinal Fixator and applying minimally-invasive laser back surgery both of which allow for more comprehensive and less risky surgical treatments.

6 Jul 2013

Tel-Aviv research shows physicians delay diagnosis of cervical spondylotic myelopathy

Researchers from The Tel-Aviv Medical Center found delays in diagnosis of cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) averaging 2 years in 42 patients who eventually underwent surgery. This is an important finding, because previous studies have shown that early diagnosis and treatment of CSM lead to better outcomes.

2 Jul 2013

Spinal infection at contaminated drug injection site detected using contrast-enhanced MRI screening

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at the site of injection of a contaminated lot of a steroid drug to treat symptoms such as back pain resulted in earlier identification of patients with probable or confirmed fungal spinal or paraspinal infection, allowing early initiation of medical and surgical treatment, according to a study in the June 19 issue of JAMA.

19 Jun 2013

Neck Pain News and Research

Scientific Statement details latest evidence for diagnosis and treatment of fibromuscular dysplasia

Gulf Coast Spine Care now offers new, improved treatment for degenerative disc disease

Researchers conduct study to evaluate musculoskeletal pain outcomes after motor vehicle collision

Methodology needed to diagnose quality of life of individual cancer patients or survivors

Survey reveals 60% of Americans report of having Silicon Valley Syndrome

Clinical decision rule may help doctors identify patients with headache in emergency department

Undersize school chairs, low desks and overweight backpacks contribute to chronic back pain in adolescents

Innovation that speeds up pure oxygen production wins 2013 Curtin Commercial Innovation Awards

Life Care’s thoughts on neck pain from cervical herniated disc

Comprehensive analysis of disease burden in US

S.M. Rezaian says that the spine degrades following inadequate treatment

Tel-Aviv research shows physicians delay diagnosis of cervical spondylotic myelopathy

Spinal infection at contaminated drug injection site detected using contrast-enhanced MRI screening

Study: Injuries to people swimming at beach are more common and severe than previously documented

Gulf Coast Spine Care to use latest neck pain treatments to better meet the needs of patients

Whiplash therapy: an interview with Dr Williamson and Dr Williams, University of Warwick

Researchers identify genetic risk factor for persistent pain after traumatic events

UK’s health performance: an interview with Prof. Murray, University of Washington

Patients with neck injuries incur increased health and social costs

Study looks at natural history of cervical spondylolisthesis

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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