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Topical Relief For OA Pain?
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Topical Relief For OA Pain?
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As this issue went to press, diclofenac sodium topical gel 1% (Voltaren Gel, Novartis) received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Novartis says it is the first FDA-approved topical prescription for the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) pain.
While some patients may experience side effects with oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), Novartis says Voltaren Gel provides an alternative as a topical NSAID with a favorable safety profile. According to the company, the systemic absorption of Voltaren Gel is 94 percent less than the comparable oral diclofenac modality.
Novartis says researchers have studied the safety and efficacy of Voltaren Gel in over 900 patients with OA of the knee or hand. It adds that the FDA approval was based upon findings from two randomized, double-blind efficacy studies as well as a 12-month safety study.
Product: Voltaren Gel
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharmaceuticals
An Entire Exam In Your Pocket
Clinicians can now turn to a more compact, modern instrument for neurological exams. Many tools clinicians commonly use during a sensory neurological exam are now available in one light, compact, self-contained instrument.
The Neuro 7, manufactured by J&R Enterprises, includes a Wartenberg pinwheel, a retractable soft touch brush, a sharp-dull instrument, reflex hammers, a pupillary dilation chart, and a variable two-point discriminator.
The Neuro 7’s accessory biohazard kit includes replaceable poly pinwheels and sharp tips for the sharp tool as well as one-time use monofilaments for sensory testing of diabetic feet.
According to the manufacturer, the instrument is lightweight, durable and water-resistant.
Product: Neuro 7
Manufacturer: J&R Enterprises
Giving Weight To Diagnosis
A new scale helps clinicians better diagnose and treat mechanical disorders of the spine and musculoskeletal system, according to its manufacturer.
The BC-418 Segmental Body Composition Analyzer/Scale calculates regional body composition of the arms, legs and trunk as well as body fat percentage, body mass index and fat mass among other measurements.
According to the manufacturer, the scale is especially useful when evaluating a patient’s rehabilitation and/or strength and conditioning programs.
Product: BC-418 Segmental Body Composition Analyzer/Scale
Manufacturer: Tanita
Getting Graphic
A newly released software program now makes it easier for clinicians to create presentation material.
The software combines over 1,000 professionally designed templates and over 3,000 illustrations straight from top medical publishers, according to the manufacturer.
The software features automated assistance to help clinicians with the creation of flowcharts, graphs or to compile study results easily and efficiently. The software also features “one click copy” to Microsoft Office programs or to “pdf” and other graphic formats.
Product: SmartDraw Healthcare Edition 2008
Manufacturer: SmartDraw
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A complimentary CME Webcast Event
To register for this Web Archive program, click on Complimentary CME Webcast Event
This activity is for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, rheumatologists and internal medicine
physicians who treat patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Panelists/Lectures
"What You Should Know About Treating Early RA"
Nathan Wei, MD
Clinical Director
Arthritis and
Osteoporosis Center
Frederick, Md.
"A Closer Look At The Efficacy And Safety Of Combination Therapy With Anti-TNF Agents"
Philip Mease, MD
Clinical Professor
University of Washington
School of Medicine
Chief, Rheumatology Clinical Research
Swedish Hospital Medical Center
Seattle
"What The Studies Reveal About Emerging Therapies For RA"
Salahuddin Kazi, MD
Chief of Rheumatology
Presbyterian Hospital
Dallas,Tx.
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Genentech and Biogen Idec. The activity is sponsored by the North American Center for Continuing Medical Education (NACCME).
A complimentary CME Webcast Event
ON DEMAND
(Q&A with panelists to follow lectures)
To register for this Webcast program, click on Complimentary CME Webcast
This activity is geared to physicians, rheumatologists, nurses, physician assistants and nurse practitioners who treat rheumatoid arthritis.
Agenda And Faculty
“Treating RA: The Shift To A More Aggressive Therapeutic Approach”
Linda Davis, MHS, PA-C
Assistant Professor
University Of North Texas Health Science Center
“What The Literature Reveals About Combination Therapy”
Kevin M. Latinis, MD, PhD
Division of Allergy, Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology
University of Kansas Medical Center
“New Biologic DMARDs: Can They Have An Impact?”
Salahuddin Kazi, MD
Chief of Rheumatology
Presbyterian Hospital
Dallas, Texas
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Bristol-Myers Squibb. The activity is sponsored by the North American Center for Continuing Medical Education (NACCME).
A complimentary CME Web Archive Event
To register for this Web Archive program, click on Complimentary CME Web Archive Event
This activity is geared to physicians, nurses, physician assistants and nurse practitioners who treat osteoarthritis.
Agenda And Faculty
“A Closer Look At The Role Of Intraarticular Injections”
Frank Caruso, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
Winston-Salem, NC
“What The Literature Reveals About Viscosupplementation”
Nathan Wei, MD
Clinical Director
Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center
Frederick, MD
“Mastering The Technique Of Intraarticular Injections”
Mike Rudzinski, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Buffalo Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Buffalo, NY
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Genzyme.
The activity is sponsored by the North American Center for Continuing Medical Education (NACCME).
A Complimentary CME Webcast Event
A Complimentary, On-Demand CME Webcast
To register for this Webcast program, click on Complimentary CME Webcast Event
This activity is geared to physicians, nurses, physician assistants and nurse practitioners who treat rheumatoid arthritis.
AGENDA and FACULTY
"Reviewing The Role of DMARDs In Treating RA"
Don Flinn, PA-C
Physician Assistant, McBride Clinic, Oklahoma City, Ok.
Vice-President, Society Of Physician Assistants In Rheumatology
"Assessing The Potential of Biologic Therapies"
Mark Genovese, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Division of Immunology And Rheumatology
Stanford University School Of Medicine
"What You Should Know About Infusion Therapy"
Nathan Wei, MD
Clinical Director
Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center
Frederick, Md.
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Bristol-Myers Squibb.
The activity is sponsored by the North American Center for Continuing Medical Education (NACCME).
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Emerging Concepts In Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis
A Guide To Viscosupplementation For Osteoarthritis Knee Pain
A Guide To Infusion Therapy For Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis