Search results for "Low back pain"
‘New narrative’ for back pain means managing modalities
New modalities to treat low back pain can include alternative treatments like mindfulness meditation, acupuncture, mindful stress reduction, tai chi, yoga, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/05/new-narrative-for-back-pain-means-managing-modalities.htm
1 May 2018
Paracetamol (acetaminophen) no better than placebo for low back pain
Researchers are questioning the use of paracetamol (the name for acetaminophen frequently used in other countries) for acute episodes of lower back pain or for improving pain levels, function, sleep, or quality of life after finding it fared no better than placebo, a study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/07/29/1.htm
29 Jul 2014
ACP offers low back pain guidelines pocket card and digital version
ACP and the International Guidelines Center have released a new Low Back Pain GUIDELINES Pocketcard™, adapted from ACP's guidelines and best practice advice.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/06/14/9.htm
14 Jun 2011
Helping patients navigate the Web is tricky, but worthwhile
This issue includes stories on patients using the Internet to diagnose themselves, on low back pain (one of the most common reasons for a clinical visit), and on managing a physician's online reputation.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/11/editors.htm
1 Nov 2013
New ACPNet project on low back pain
ACP has introduced a new program in its ACPNet series, one of ACP's most long-lasting and popular online practice and quality improvement programs.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/02/02/13.htm
2 Feb 2010
ICD-10 doesn't have to be intimidating
To help internists become even more comfortable with the new code set, ACP looks at how the codes are structured and how to cross-walk from old to new for some of the most common ones.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/11/coding.htm
1 Nov 2013
Corticosteroid injections may not offer lasting benefit in low back pain
Researchers called for more research to clarify the benefits and harms of injections for low back pain.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/08/25/1.htm
25 Aug 2015
MKSAP Quiz: Low back pain
A 32-year-old man is evaluated for a 10-year history of low back pain and stiffness that are alleviated with exercise and hot showers. In addition to starting an NSAID and physical therapy, what is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/02/01/3.htm
1 Feb 2011
Influence, interactions, and ethical dilemmas
Advances in technology, genetics, and evolving financial reimbursement models continue to create new ethical conundrums or add layers or twists to age-old debates.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/05/influence-interactions-and-ethical-dilemmas.htm
1 May 2019
Integrative medicine questioned
A reader weighs in on acupuncture for low back pain.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/01/integrative-medicine-questioned.htm
1 Jan 2018