Dedicated to NPs, PAs and rheumatologists who diagnose and treat arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions.
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Dedicated to NPs, PAs and rheumatologists who diagnose and treat arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions.
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OsteoarthritisContinuous Heat Therapy: Can It Have An Impact? While there are a variety of treatment options for osteoarthritis, this author offers a thorough review of the literature on continuous heat therapy for patients with osteoarthritis (OA). Accordingly, she emphasizes the appropriate use of this modality as a first-line therapy for OA pain. Conquering Osteoarthritis In Aging Athletes Given the challenges of recognizing and managing osteoarthritis in an aging but active population, this author offers a thorough review of current and emerging treatment options. Exploring Alternative Therapies For Chronic Pain In a far-ranging review of the literature, this author counters the mythology about nutriceutical options for chronic pain, citing the evidence basis for these therapeutic options in the management of painful conditions. Key Insights On Exercise For Managing OA Osteoarthritis (OA) commonly affects a variety of people regardless of gender, age, occupation or body type. Our panelists consider the role of exercise in managing OA, discuss potential obstacles and offer strategies for improving patient compliance to exercise. Making The Right Call On Osteoarthritis Medications Given the widespread occurrence of osteoarthritis and polypharmacy considerations, these authors emphasize a heightened awareness of OTC medications and assess the pros and cons of various prescription options for treating OA. Issues And Answers In Treating Osteoarthritis Given the prevalence of osteoarthritis and the varying opinions on what constitutes effective treatment of the condition, the panelists share their insights and experience with intraarticular steroid injections as well as alternative modalities they have utilized. They also discuss the problematic aspects of osteoarthritis (OA) in the feet of patients with diabetes. Without further delay, here is what these panelists had to say. A Closer Look At The EULAR Guidelines For OA In The Hand Our roundtable panelists offer their take on the recent EULAR guidelines for managing osteoarthritis (OA) in the hand and provide pertinent pearls from their clinical experience in treating OA hand pain. A Closer Look At Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Combining a review of the literature with insights from their experience, these rheumatologists offer pertinent pointers about the adjunctive potential of musculoskeletal ultrasound in diagnosing common arthritic conditions ranging from rheumatoid arthritis to crystal-induced arthropathies. Point/Counterpoint: Cox II Inhibitors: Do The Pros Outweigh The Cons? Yes, Jim Meeks, PA-C, says Cox-II inhibitors can be effective with appropriate patient selection. No, Blaine P. Carmichael, MPAS, PA-C, notes that various studies have shown elevated risks of cardiovascular and renal side effects with these drugs. Joint Injections: Key Clinical Pearls To Maximize Outcomes Since NPs and PAs have historically played a prominent role with intraarticular joint injections and may perform even more of these procedures in the future, this author intertwines key principles, pertinent pearls and an informative case study to help facilitate improved results.
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May 16, 2008
A complimentary CME Webcast Event |
Emerging Concepts In Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis
A Guide To Viscosupplementation For Osteoarthritis Knee Pain
A Guide To Infusion Therapy For Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis