The Impact of Obesity on Knee Osteoarthritis Symptoms and Surgical Outcomes
Weight loss is associated with reduced pain, improved function, and better quality of life in patients with knee OA who are overweight or obese.
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Shoulder Pain in T2D Patients Most Likely Due to Subacromial Disorders
The researchers’ aim was to quantify shoulder disorders using physical exam and ultrasound imaging in patients with both type 2 diabetes and shoulder pain.
Osteoarthritis Management Guidelines
An evidence-based guideline for the comprehensive management of osteoarthritis , including educational, behavioral, psychosocial, and physical interventions, as well as pharmacologic therapies from the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the Arthritis Foundation.
FDA Expands Use of Botox and Dysport for Pediatric Spasticity
The FDA has approved the expanded use of Botox® for the treatment of spasticity in pediatric patients aged ≥2 years, including those with lower limb spasticity caused by cerebral palsy.
Physically Demanding Jobs May Raise Risk for Knee Osteoarthritis
The odds of knee osteoarthritis are increased in association with heavy physically demanding occupations and occupational activities.
Chronic Opioid Use May be More Prevalent in Comorbid RA, Obesity
Evidence suggests that the prevalence of chronic opioid use among patients with RA has increased over the last decade.
FDA to Review Tanezumab, a First-in-Class Treatment for Osteoarthritis Pain
The FDA has accepted for review the Biologics License Application (BLA) for tanezumab 2.5mg administered subcutaneously for moderate to severe OA pain.
Opioid Prescriptions for Musculoskeletal Conditions Increase Patient Satisfaction
The researchers found that 13.1% of patients with musculoskeletal conditions were opioid users, and those using prescribed opioids were more likely to be highly satisfied with their care.
Trigger Point Injection Effective for Pelvic Floor Spasm in Men
Trigger point injection as an adjunct to physical therapy is well tolerated and improves symptoms of pelvic floor muscle spasm in approximately 50% of patients with chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome.
Additional Tool for Juvenile Dermatomyositis Diagnosis: Muscle MRI
Muscle MRI may complement a physician’s objective assessment in juvenile dermatomyositis, although negative MRI findings should not preclude treatment continuation.
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