Many Living with Chronic Pain Feel Stigmatized by Medical Providers
People with chronic pain often feel their health care providers are not equipped to manage their pain effectively, according to a new report.
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New Pain Triggers, Thanks to the Pandemic
Most (70%) of the people with chronic pain who participated in a recent study have seen their condition worsen in terms of severity, frequency of episodes and interference in their daily activities during the pandemic, according to researchers.
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Collaborative Strategy for Taking on Chronic Pain
Pain is an internal and external phenomenon best attacked by the minds and skill sets from multiple disciplines. Paige Bourne, DPT, discusses chronic pain in this feature for the September/October 2019 issue of Rehab Management.
Finding a Primary Doctor May be Difficult if You Take Opioids for Pain
Those who take prescription opioids for their chronic pain may find it difficult to find a new doctor for their health checkups, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
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Maintaining or Starting Exercise in Middle Age Tied to Longer Life
Even if they were inactive during their younger years, middle aged and older adults who get at least the minimum recommended amount of exercise each week may live longer than their sedentary counterparts, suggests a large UK study.
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Pets May Help Older Adults Manage Chronic Pain
People with pets may be able to use their companion animals to practice techniques for managing chronic pain without medication, researchers say.
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RA and Lupus Tissue Damage Clues Lay Groundwork for Potential Treatments
Research supported by the Accelerating Medicines Partnership (AMP) on Rheumatoid Arthritis and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (RA/SLE) provides new insights into tissue damage for these autoimmune conditions and set the stage for uncovering potential drug target candidates that could advance to experimental treatments.
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REHACARE Trade Fair Returns to Germany in September
REHACARE 2019, set to take place September 18 – 21, 2019, at the fairgrounds in Düsseldorf, Germany, will feature more than 700 exhibitors from more than 40 countries which will showcase their latest innovations for senior citizens and people with disabilities to live as independently as possible.
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Low Vitamin K Levels Possibly Linked to Mobility and Disability Issues
Low levels of circulating vitamin K are linked to increased risk of mobility limitation and disability in older adults, identifying a new factor to consider for maintaining mobility and independence in older age, researchers suggest.
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Clinical Data Suggests SkinTE Succesfully Aids DFU Healing
PolarityTE Inc announces the final results from a pilot study on the use of its SkinTE product for diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). The data was presented recently at the American Diabetes Association’s 79th Scientific Sessions conference.
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Rather Than Using Weed Killer, Change the Soil Type to Treat Arthritis
Different types of fibroblasts are organized in different layers in the joint and are responsible for two very different forms of arthritis: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, new research suggests.
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A Service Dog’s Impact Extends Beyond the Care Recipient
New data published in The American Journal of Occupational Therapy suggests the impact of a service dog may extend beyond the recipient and have positive impacts on family members as well.
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African-Americans Less Likely to Get Rehab Care After Injuries
When people with moderate or severe injuries are discharged from the hospital, follow-up care, especially at rehabilitation centers, is a crucial part of their recovery – but African Americans are less likely than white patients to seek out or receive these important services, a U.S. study suggests.
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Microbiomes Determine Healing or Amputation in Diabetic Wounds
The microbial communities associated with chronic wounds common in diabetic patients affect whether those wounds heal or lead to amputations, researchers suggest.
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MS Treatment 'Game Changer' Possible from Myelin Repair Compound
Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) have developed a compound that stimulates repair of the protective sheath that covers nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. They suggest that the discovery could be a “game changer” that provides new hope for people living with multiple sclerosis.
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For Amputees, Staying Physically Active Can Be Challenging
Providers should be aware of the existence of possible barriers to achieving recommended levels of physical activity for disabled persons, especially for adults with amputation, research suggests.
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The April 2019 issue of Rehab Management showcases a collection of products designed and formulated to help manage pain.
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Treating Pain with Low vs High-Power Lasers: What is the Difference?
Mark L. Callanen, PT, DPT, OCS, the director of clinical development for LightForce Therapy Lasers, discusses how the use of high- or low-powered laser helps impact pain. A feature for the April 2019 issue of Rehab Management magazine.
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