Body Aches News

'Shrug Off' Shoulder Surgery Myth, Study Suggests

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:20 GMT

Contrary to widespread belief, total surgical replacement of arthritic shoulder joints carries no greater risk of complications than replacement of other major joints, a Johns Hopkins study suggests.

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Surgery Better Option For Common Back Conditions New Studies Suggest

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:19 GMT

Slipped vertebra and sciatica are some of the most common conditions seen by doctors in patients with back problems and two new studies suggest that timely surgery is a better way to treat them than non-surgical remedies.

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What Exactly Is Repetitive Strain Injury?

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:19 GMT

High quality trials and evidence of effective treatments for repetitive strain injury (RSI) are needed to define this controversial condition which affects millions of patients worldwide.

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Further Legitimization Of Fibromyalgia As A True Medical Condition

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:18 GMT

Fibromyalgia, a chronic, widespread pain in muscles and soft tissues accompanied by fatigue, is a fairly common condition that does not manifest any structural damage in an organ.

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FDA Approves SOMA R carisoprodol 250 Mg

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:17 GMT

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.

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Older People In Pain Receive Relief From Drug-Free Treatments

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:17 GMT

Mind-body therapies, which focus on the interactions between the mind, body and behavior, and the ways in which emotional, mental, social and behavioral factors can affect health, may be of particular benefit to elderly chronic pain sufferers.

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Dizziness Causes Don't Differ Across Age Groups

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:16 GMT

Dizziness is the distortion of the perception of space; vertigo is a special type of dizziness, which induces a sensation of spinning around.

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MIT's 'Exoskeleton' Lightens The Load And Lessens The Likelihood Of Leg Or Back Injury

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:15 GMT

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.

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Neurologic And Orthopedic Institute: One Of The First In The Country To Offer Custom-Fit Total Knee Replacement

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:14 GMT

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.

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Comprehensive Guidelines For Treating Low-Back Pain Issued By ACP And APS

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:20:13 GMT

The American College of Physicians (ACP) and the American Pain Society (APS) have released joint guidelines on diagnosing and treating low back pain.

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