Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Dual Blocks Before Neurotomy Benefit Patients and Physicians
Study makes a case for the two-step procedure to identify lumbar osteoarthritis candidates for radiofrequency ablation.
EEG Monitoring Reflects Delirium in Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Actionable insights are gathered on patients with and without outward signs of delirium.
How Molecular Genetics Influences Rhythmic Abilities
Genes and neural circuitry play in polygenic harmony to enable movement to a musical beat.
Study Confirms Benefits of Early Postoperative Walking
Early ambulation significantly decreased hospital length of stay and unplanned readmissions.
Sexual Health Concerns Overlooked After Pelvic Trauma
Post-injury care plans should prioritize sexual dysfunction to give patients needed resources and counseling.
Safe Corticosteroid Use Examined in TKA Patients
Study shows dexamethasone drives higher blood glucose levels but doesn’t significantly elevate infection risk.
Vein Arterialization Is Saving ‘Desert Feet’
A percutaneous procedure to avert amputation in patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia.
Does Pre-assessment Improve HSCT Success for Older Adults?
A comprehensive geriatric evaluation to guide personalized care is put to the test.
Geriatricians Promote Awareness of Opioid Use Disorder
Education regarding naloxone, buprenorphine-naloxone among the strategies in new initiative.
Fight, Flight…or Focus on Your Breath
To relieve pain for spine surgery patients, investigators combine traditional therapy and mindfulness-based interventions.
Safer Prescribing for Older Adults Leaving the ED
Peer comparisons tool helps contextualize efforts to lower PIMs at ED discharge.