FDA Approves SOMA R carisoprodol 250 Mg
MedPointe Pharmaceuticals announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved SOMA(R) (carisoprodol) 250 mg as a new recommended dose of SOMA for the relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions, such as backache.
MIT's 'Exoskeleton' Lightens The Load And Lessens The Likelihood Of Leg Or Back Injury
Researchers in the MIT Media Lab's Biomechatronics Group have created a device to lighten the burden for soldiers and others who carry heavy packs and equipment.Their invention, known as an exoskeleton, can support much of the weight of a heavy backpack and transfer that weight directly to the ground, effectively taking a load off the back of the person wearing the device.
Dizziness Causes Don't Differ Across Age Groups
Dizziness is the distortion of the perception of space; vertigo is a special type of dizziness, which induces a sensation of spinning around. Dizziness is a symptom of a variety of diseases that can cause imbalance or even falls, among other things.
Neurologic And Orthopedic Institute: One Of The First In The Country To Offer Custom-Fit Total Knee Replacement
Baby boomers who have it all, including custom clothes and sports equipment, are now beating the physical signs of old age with custom body parts, including knees. Patients with degenerative knee conditions can now benefit from custom-fit knee replacements that are tailored to an individual's unique body mechanics, size and gender variations.
Comprehensive Guidelines For Treating Low-Back Pain Issued By ACP And APS
The American College of Physicians (ACP) and the American Pain Society (APS) have released joint guidelines on diagnosing and treating low back pain.About one in four Americans reported having low back pain in the past three months and about l7.6 percent of all adults reported at least one episode of severe acute low back pain within the previous year, according to several studies.
American Adults More Likely Than Europeans To Be Diagnosed With, Treated For Chronic Diseases
Older adults who live in the United States are significantly more likely than their European peers to be diagnosed with costly chronic diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease, and to be treated for those diseases, adding approximately $100-$150 billion per year in U.
General Osteopathic Council Backs Awareness Week
80% of the population will suffer significant back pain at some time in their lives. With an ageing workforce, increase in obesity and less active lifestyles, the incidence of back pain is likely to increase. Commenting on the theme of this year's BackCare Awareness Week 'Keep Moving Keep Living', General Osteopathic Council Chief Executive & Registrar, Madeleine Craggs, said: "Early intervention is key to preventing and managing back pain.
American Pain Society And American College Of Physicians Release Clinical Practice Guideline For Low Back Pain
For low-back pain patients and their doctors, a new, evidence-based, clinical practice guideline, published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine, recommends less reliance on expensive diagnostic imaging and reports there is strong evidence supporting the benefits of several therapies, with and without medication.
Women With Fibromyalgia Benefit From Walking, Strength Training And Stretching Program
Women with fibromyalgia may experience significantly improved daily function and symptom relief after taking part in a program that includes walking, strength training and stretching, according to an article published in Archives of Internal Medicine (JAMA/Archives), November 12th issue.
Study Finds No Strong Evidence That Insoles Prevent General Back Pain
There is strong evidence that using insoles does not prevent people from getting non-specific back pain, and there is insufficient evidence to say whether or not they help solve existing low-back pain, a Cochrane Systematic Review has found.Back pain is one of the most common health problems in the industrialised world.