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Bone scintigraphy in patients with pain.
Authors: Shin SH, Kim SJ Abstract Nuclear medicine imaging is widely used in pain medicine. Low back pain is commonly encountered by physicians, with its prevalence from 49% to 70%. Computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are usually used to evaluate the cause of low back pain, however, these findings from these scans could also be observed in asymptomatic patients. Bone scintigraphy has an additional value in patients with low back pain. Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is defined as a painful disorder of the extremities, which is characterized by sensory, autonomic, vasomotor, and trophi...
Source: Korean Journal of Pain - August 1, 2017 Category: Anesthesiology Tags: Korean J Pain Source Type: research

Differences in Pain Intensity of Tumors Spread to the Anterior versus Anterolateral/Lateral Portions of the Vertebral Body Based on CT Scans.
In conclusion, patients with tumor spread to the anterolateral/lateral portion of vertebrae bodies based on CT scan diagnosis experienced severe cancer pain. These patients needed strong opioids or palliative spinal irradiation for pain relief. PMID: 31214273 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Pain Research and Management - June 21, 2019 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Hsu HC, Liao TY, Ro LS, Juan YH, Liaw CC Tags: Pain Res Manag Source Type: research

Interventional Pain Management for Failed Back Surgery Syndrome.
Abstract Patients who suffer from the condition known as failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) present to the offices of physicians, surgeons, and pain specialists alike in overwhelming numbers. This condition has been defined as persistent back and/or leg pain despite having completed spinal surgery. As lumbar surgery continues to grow in prevalence, so will the number patients suffering from FBSS. It is important for physicians treating this population to expand their knowledge of FBSS etiologies and appropriate diagnostic imaging modalities, combined with confirmatory diagnostic injections, and proper technique f...
Source: Pain Physician - February 3, 2013 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Hussain A, Erdek M Tags: Pain Pract Source Type: research

Bony deviations revealed by cone beam computed tomography of the temporomandibular joint in subjects without ongoing pain.
CONCLUSION: CBCT images of asymptomatic adult TMJs commonly show degenerative bony alterations. Accordingly, such radiographic findings should be used with care and only as a supplement to clinical assessment. PMID: 25347168 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Journal of Orofacial Pain - November 25, 2014 Category: ENT & OMF Tags: J Oral Facial Pain Headache Source Type: research

Qualitative assessment of pain management in patients undergoing computed tomography-guided transthoracic lung biopsy.
PMID: 24761429 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Pain Research and Management - April 22, 2014 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Wong ET, Dunham C, Patsios D Tags: Pain Res Manag Source Type: research

Early scans for back pain add cost but offer little benefit for seniors
Older adults with new back pain usually end up getting a CT scan or MRI. That’s often a waste of time and money and has little or no effect on the outcome, according to a new study from the University of Washington. The results contradict current guidelines from the American College of Radiology. The guidelines say that it’s “appropriate” for doctors to order early MRIs for people ages 70 and older with new-onset back pain, and many doctors do just that. The study followed more than 5,200 men and women over the age of 65 who saw a primary care physician for a new bout of back pain. More than 1,500 o...
Source: New Harvard Health Information - March 20, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Howard LeWine, M.D. Tags: Back Pain Source Type: news

Navigating back pain treatments: Can a physiatrist help?
If self-care steps for back pain such as gentle activity, local heat, or massage don’t ease discomfort within a few weeks to a month, or if you struggle with chronic low back pain, a physiatrist can help you navigate the dizzying number of treatment options. These range from conservative therapies (such as medicines, physical therapy, and chiropractic care) to more invasive options (such as spine injections and spinal surgery). What is a physiatrist? Physiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation. We focus on holistic, nonsurgical care aimed at improving function for people who ar...
Source: Harvard Health Blog - October 10, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Edward N. Wei, MD Tags: Back Pain Bones and joints Health Pain Management Source Type: blogs

Shaped magnetic field pulses by multi-coil repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) differentially modulate anterior cingulate cortex responses and pain in volunteers and fibromyalgia patients
Conclusion: Multi-coil rTMS may be a safe and effective treatment option for acute as well as for chronic pain, such as that accompanying fibromyalgia. Further studies are necessary to optimize configurations and settings as well as to elucidate the mechanisms that lead to the long-lasting pain control produced by these treatments.
Source: Molecular Pain - July 2, 2013 Category: Molecular Biology Authors: Alexander TzabazisCarina ApariciMichael RowbothamM SchneiderAmit EtkinDavid Yeomans Source Type: research

Adventure In Pain
Lots has happened since my last post, and this is a record of those events.  I have to write it somewhere.  It's interesting to me, part of the journey, but you'll be the judge.  It's mostly whining. Background for the reader:  Last Wednesday I had an infusion of a study drug and an infusion of Zometa, and also began a week of oral Valtrex in case my back pain might be the prodrome for shingles.  By Friday the pain in my back and abdomen was much more pronounced, continuing into Saturday.  I posted about that here. Saturday, February 20, 2016: I have a new respect for people who are obliged...
Source: Myeloma Hope - February 24, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: DEX dexamethasone kidney pain Source Type: blogs

Multifactor Analysis of Costal Pain in Osteoporotic Fracture of Thoracic Vertebra
CONCLUSION: The incidence of costal pain is significantly and positively associated with the width of the fractured vertebra in patients with osteoporotic thoracic vertebrae fracture.PMID:34554699
Source: Pain Physician - September 23, 2021 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Jun Xin Xiaoyang Liu Xingzhi Jing Cheng Su Yi Mao Feifei Chen Wenchao Wang Xingang Cui Source Type: research

Acute Abdominal Pain in Adults: Evaluation and Diagnosis
Am Fam Physician. 2023 Jun;107(6):585-596.ABSTRACTAcute abdominal pain, defined as nontraumatic abdominal pain lasting fewer than seven days, is a common presenting concern with a broad differential diagnosis. The most common causes are gastroenteritis and nonspecific abdominal pain, followed by cholelithiasis, urolithiasis, diverticulitis, and appendicitis. Extra-abdominal causes such as respiratory infections and abdominal wall pain should be considered. Pain location, history, and examination findings help guide the workup after ensuring hemodynamic stability. Recommended tests may include a complete blood count, C-reac...
Source: Pain Physician - June 16, 2023 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Ken S Yew Mary K George Heidi B Allred Source Type: research

Can you virtually improve your knee pain?
Follow me on Twitter @RobShmerling If you’ve ever had significant or persistent knee pain, you know it can be a major problem. Climbing stairs or just walking around can be agony, and trying to exercise on a bad knee can be impossible. For people with severe osteoarthritis of the knee — the type most closely linked with aging or prior injury — knee pain may be unrelenting and often worsens over time, causing disability and reduced quality of life. Osteoarthritis is also expensive: we spend billions of dollars taking care of this condition each year in the U.S. The prevalence of osteoarthritis and the costs of caring ...
Source: Harvard Health Blog - March 20, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Robert H. Shmerling, MD Tags: Arthritis Health Managing your health care Pain Management Source Type: blogs

Computed Tomography ‐Guided Percutaneously Controlled Ablation of the Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Due to Thoracic Neuropathic Pain
ConclusionPercutaneous thoracic paravertebral nerve coblation guided by computed tomography is a potential method for the treatment of thoracic neuropathic pain.
Source: Pain Practice - April 27, 2017 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Li ‐Qiang Yang, Wei‐Yi Gong, Xiao‐Ping Wang, Zhi Dou, Yuan‐Jie Zeng, Jia‐Xiang Ni Tags: Original Article Source Type: research