A recent review published in The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology discusses the antidiarrheal medication loperamide and its potential for abuse in patients looking to self-treat opioid withdrawal symptoms or to experience euphoric effects with large doses.
Positivity rates for nonprescribed fentanyl in cocaine- and methamphetamine-positive urine samples increased significantly between 2013 and 2018.
A higher number of active trigger points was found to be associated with increased pain and related disability in patients with plantar heel pain.
Kaiser-Permanente Northern California recently integrated video telemedicine functionality into their healthcare delivery system.
Individuals with vs without cluster headache were found to have lower cranial and extracranial pressure pain thresholds, indicating central sensitization.
Following integration of a robust OUD training curriculum, PA students demonstrated improved confidence in their ability to evaulate possible OUD in their patients with complaints of chronic pain.
The Holistic Evidence Review Board examined the merits of developing evidence-based dietary recommendations to help operators better manage pain caused by musculoskeletal injuries.
Short-term marijuana use may be more beneficial than long-term use for patients with chronic pain.
Maladaptive postures may trigger episodic headaches.
Researchers implemented a medication reconciliation interview to improve accuracy of and adherence to medication reconciliation.
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