Pain

FDA approves new extended release painkiller

January 05, 2009

The agency gives the nod to Ryzolt (tramadol HCl extended-release tablets), a once-daily formulation of the analgesic tramadol. Ryzolt is indicated for the management of moderate-to-moderately severe chronic pain in adults who require long-term, around-the-clock pain treatment.
 

Knee OA guidelines emphasize weight control

By Myra Dembrow December 29, 2008

Losing weight and engaging in low-impact aerobic exercise are at the top of new guidelines for symptomatic osteoarthritis of the knee from the American Academy of Orthopedic surgeons.
 

New pain drug approved

November 24, 2008

The FDA has approved tapentadol immediate-release tablets for the relief of moderate-to-severe acute pain in adults 18 years of age or older. Tapentadol is a centrally acting oral analgesic that combines mu-opioid receptor agonism and norepinephrine reuptake inhibition.
 

More on tackling kidney stones

Jerry Goddard, MD, and Karl Sandberg, MD, offer alternatives; answer by Edgar V. Lerma, MD, October 06, 2008

The article "Kidney stones: helping patients avoid the pain" (July/August 2008) by Edgar V. Lerma, MD, was a good general review, but it didn't...
 

Help for a migraine sufferer

Question submitted by S. Neskovic, MD, Glendale, Calif., and answered by Jay E. Selman, MD October 06, 2008

A 41-year-old man uses zolmitriptan (Zomig Nasal Spray) every other day, sometimes daily, for severe migraine headache. He has hyperlipidemia and metabolic syndrome, and he is...
 

Tripod sign for back pain

Comment made by Sheryl Lavender, DO, Delray Beach, Fla. March 14, 2007

In evaluating the patient with low back pain, don't forget the tripod sign. If the leg of a seated patient is raised 45º-60º, he should use his arms to brace himself....
 

7 steps for treating chronic pain

By Matt Hollon, MD, MPH November 03, 2006

Primary-care physicians are treating more and more patients who suffer from chronic pain. Here we offer an easy-to-follow guide that will help give those patients some relief.
 

What physicians can do for restless legs syndrome

JAY E. SELMAN, M.D February 20, 2006

There are more options than ever, including numerous medications. A neurologist tells how to select the best therapy for each patient.
 

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