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Alternatives to living with joint pain

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A recent Times article documents the impact of chronic joint pain on the lives of many older adults. Though most aging adults face some level of arthritis, Surrey-based specialty doctor in medicine for the elderly Dr Trisha Macnair believes there is no reason why everyone can’t get involved in their own joint care as long as a general doctor oversees the general management and medication of the patient’s condition. With spring coming, it’s a great time to get outside and take advantage of the weather. Though activity should begin with gentle exercise, Dr. Macnair encourages varied activity to improve overall strength. [...]

Alternatives to living with joint painallison2018-09-17T10:06:09-04:00

Importance of Good Pain Management

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The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) just released their latest “What’s Hot” newsletter, in which they focused on the impact of chronic pain in older adults and strategies to improve pain management. “Under-treatment of chronic pain in older adults is common, contributing to unnecessary suffering," said Deborah Dillon McDonald, RN, PhD, of the University of Connecticut School of Nursing, who was an advisor for the issue. Addressing chronic pain, the newsletter argues, is the starting point in reducing disability in older adults and improving patient well-being. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/221983.php

Importance of Good Pain Managementallison2018-09-17T10:05:56-04:00

Botox Effectively Treats Chronic Pain

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Research has shown that Botox, the notorious anti-aging injection, is a fast and effective treatment for many chronic pain conditions. Botox works by reducing pain caused by muscle spasms and other chronic pain ailments. AmeriCare Medical held a symposium in Troy, Michigan earlier this month, with special guest speaker pain management expert Dr. Todd Lininger of Neuro-Pain Consultants of Bloomfield Township to discuss this promising therapy. With FDA approval, several specialty healthcare sites across the nation have begun to offer this pain management treatment. http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2011/4/prweb8294303.htm

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Managing Knee Pain

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Evidence suggests that tai chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, can reduce knee pain in the elderly. http://www.wcax.com/global/story.asp?s=13826071

Managing Knee Painallison2018-09-17T10:05:24-04:00

Enjoying Life with Chronic Pain

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Whether it's surrounding yourself with silliness, taking on new hobbies, or planning exciting things to look forward to, some people with chronic pain find that the simple things in life can help them cope with their pain. http://kimandjason.com/blog/2011-02-23/7-ways-to-defeat-adultitis-amidst-chronic-pain.html

Enjoying Life with Chronic Painallison2018-09-17T10:05:09-04:00

ERs for Older Adults

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The times reports on a tread to create Emergency Rooms for older adults: http://newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/03/14/hospitals-building-emergency-rooms-for-the-elderly/?ref=health

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Interview with Dr. Nathaniel Berman

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TRIPLL: Can you tell us about your clinical work? Dr. Berman: I mostly take care of patients with chronic kidney disease or those who are on are dialysis. Three months a year I see patients on the in-patient nephrology service. TRIPLL: What are the challenges working with dialysis patients? Dr. Berman: What interests me about dialysis patients is that we constantly have to reassess patients as to which treatments are important. There is little guidance on the risks and benefits associated with dialysis and treatment. We have many patients who are very sick and whose life expectancy is measured under a [...]

Interview with Dr. Nathaniel Bermanallison2013-04-02T14:32:55-04:00

Side effects of analgesics

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Some studies suggest that the side effects of analgesics may be worse than many doctors believe. Some clinical tests are not sufficiently illustrative of the possible harmful effects of these drugs. http://backandneck.about.com/b/2011/01/13/health-risks-analgesic.htm

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New findings on food and arthritis

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Osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis, has been found to be less likely if one maintains a healthy diet consisting of foods like fruits and vegetables, Omega-3 rich fish, and nuts. http://www.thirdage.com/arthritis/foods-avoid-osteoarthritis?page=0,1

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Cost-saving Tools for Chronic Pain Management

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Those suffering from chronic pain often find the costs of care extensive. This condition, based purely on patient perception, poses challenges to patients that range from dealing with insurance companies, financing regular visits to multiple doctors, and deciding which medications will most be most effective. Armed with the right tools, chronic pain patients can manage their care in a more cost-effective way. Finding a primary care doctor who can develop a comprehensive treatment plan can save patients unnecessary visits to different specialists. In order to maximize therapy sessions that are covered by insurance, Dennis Turk, a professor of anesthesiology and pain [...]

Cost-saving Tools for Chronic Pain Managementallison2013-04-02T14:32:55-04:00

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