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As if managing the broad spectrum of patient pain were not complex enough, results from an Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis study has found that patient race, provider bias and clinical ambiguity interact to influence providers’ assessment and treatment decisions. The researchers suggested that understanding these factors and their influence might be an important step toward […]
Read MoreA literature review published in the September issue of Anesthesiology suggests although a majority of studies report positive outcomes, there is currently insufficient evidence to support the clinical use of antidepressants for the treatment of postoperative pain. “There is a need for improved treatment options in the management of postoperative pain, and antidepressants could potentially […]
Read MoreFiring someone is always uncomfortable. And if you haven’t had to do it yet, keep reading, because there’s a good chance you will. When you find yourself delivering the bad news, here are five ways to take some sting out of the situation. Be truthful Employees should know exactly why they’re being let go. Don’t […]
Read MorePublished in J Arthroplasty. 2014 Aug;29(8):1687-90 Authors: Bagsby DT et al Abstract The purpose of this study was to compare a novel liposomal bupivacaine to traditional peri-articular injection (PAI) in a multi-modal pain protocol for total knee arthroplasty (TKA). A retrospective cohort study compared 85 consecutive patients undergoing TKA with a traditional PAI of ropivacaine, […]
Read MoreThe first randomized placebo-controlled trial of paracetamol (acetaminophen) for patients with acute low back pain has shown no effect of the drug on speed of recovery, pain, or many other factors associated with the condition. “The results suggest we need to reconsider the universal recommendation to provide paracetamol as a first-line treatment for low-back pain,” […]
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