A new study found patients who use opioids prior to knee replacement experience more complications, according to findings published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery.
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Using a once-monthly extended-release naltrexone intramuscular injection is an effective way to prevent opioid dependency relapse after detoxification, according to findings presented at the Annual U.S. Psychiatric and Mental Health Congress and a Medscape Medical News report.
According to a 2010 HealthCare Appraisers survey, pain management is the fifth most desirable specialty for surgery centers, with 76 percent of management companies approving of the choice. VMG Health data also indicates the specialty makes up a considerable percentage…
The American Pain Society announced its support for the CDC's call to better manage prescription drug abuse while maintaining treatment for those who need it, according to an APS news release.
Researchers from The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colo., have traveled to Paris for the International Society for Hip Arthroscopy meeting to present their research into the causes, prevention and treatment of hip disorders, according to a practice news release.
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Here are 15 sports medicine physicians who have joined new group or been promoted within their group.
Surgeons and researchers at Stanford University are studying the force of head impacts during football games and practices, according to a Stanford University news release.
Andrew Feldman, MD, team physician for the New York Rangers, recently performed knee surgery on left wing Mike Rupp, according to a report from The Record.
The percent of office-based physicians using e-prescribing systems has increased from less than 10 percent to 52 percent in three years, according to a Surescripts news release.
Multiple studies show nano-formulation, which reduces particle size and enhances drug dissolution, of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can provide relief at lower doses and a lower cost, according to findings presented at the annual meeting of the American College of Rheumatology.