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Corrigendum to: Fluoroscopic Contralateral Oblique View in Interlaminar Interventions: A Technical Note
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June 13, 2025Diagnostic Precision in Lumbar Radiculopathy: Impact of Transitional Vertebrae on Treatment Level Selection and Outcomes
Abstract Background: In patients with lumbosacral transitional vertebrae, discrepancies indetermining the correct vertebral level of lumboradicular pain occur. This study evaluates the consequences of the real-world diagnostic process and subsequent treatment differences due to...
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May 30, 2025Psychometric Properties of the Knee Osteoarthritis Pain Index
Abstract Objectives: The current study sought to evaluate the psychometric properties of a newly developed Knee OsteoArthritis Pain Index (KOAPI), derived from the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI), among individuals with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Methods:...
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May 30, 2025Correlates of Pain-Related Disability in Older Veterans with Chronic Low Back Pain
Abstract Background: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a potentially disabling condition that affects an estimated one-third of older adults. Treatments recommended by existing guidelines result in modest improvements. Identification of modifiable factors that...
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May 30, 2025Radiological analysis of herniated disc size changes after Percutaneous Laser disc Decompression
Abstract Background: Symptomatic lumbar disc herniation is a major cause of low back pain and sciatica in adults, significantly affecting quality of life and creating economic burdens. Minimally invasive percutaneous intradiscal techniques, such as...
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May 30, 2025Ultrasound-Guided Biceps Femoris Short Head (BiFeS) Block: A Novel Regional Anesthesia Technique for the Posterolateral Knee
Abstract Objective: We introduce a novel intervention for posterolateral knee pain termed the Biceps Femoris Short Head (BiFeS) Block, which targets the articular branches innervating the posterolateral aspect of the joint. We describe a...
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May 30, 2025Quantifying the Impact of Concurrent Analgesic Use in Interventional Pain Trials: A Meta-Epidemiologic Study
Abstract Objective: The modest effect sizes of most pain treatments make it essential that randomized controlled trials (RCTs) use methods that clearly define treatment effects of interest and consider the role of concurrent treatments....
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May 30, 2025The Impact of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) on Depressive Symptomatology in Patients with Chronic Pain Disorders: A Systematic Review
Abstract Objective: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a recognized therapy for treatment-resistant depression and has been studied for its potential in managing chronic pain. Knowing the intrinsic relationship between pain and depressive symptomatology, this...
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May 30, 2025Early Outcomes with a Flexible ECAP Based Closed Loop Using Multiplexed Spinal Cord Stimulation Waveforms-Single-arm Study with In-clinic Randomized Crossover Testing
Abstract Background: Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) systems that deliver fixed amplitudes expose target tissue to varying electrical fields due to the changing lead-to-cord distance accompanying postural shifts and other body movements. Inconsistent stimulation results...
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May 23, 2025Intraoperative CT-Guided Neuronavigation for Radiofrequency Rhizotomy in Trigeminal Neuralgia: Optimizing Cannulation Trajectories for Individual Anatomy
Abstract Objectives: Fluoroscopy-guided radiofrequency rhizotomy for trigeminal neuralgia relies on biplanar fluoroscopic imaging and surface landmarks. However, anatomical variations and imaging limitations often necessitate multiple attempts, leading to patient discomfort and increased procedural risks....
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May 23, 2025The complex pain management of older adults suffering from critical limb ischemia: A problem-based learning discussion
No abstract available Keywords: Older adults; critical limb ischemia; decision-making processes; multidisciplinary; pain management; palliative care.
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May 23, 2025Identifying the Relative Contributions of Shoulder Dysfunction in Patients with Subacromial Pain Syndrome
Abstract Objective: To identify and quantify the factors associated with shoulder dysfunction in patients with subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS). Design: This was a cross-sectional study with data collected at a single time point. Setting:...
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May 16, 2025Cross-Cultural Validation of the Revised Graded Chronic Pain Scale in Brazilian Portuguese: Advancing Health and Disability Assessment Across Cultures
No abstract available Keywords: Chronic Pain; Cross-Cultural Adaptation; Graded Chronic Pain Scale-Revised; PROM.
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May 16, 2025Geographic Disparities in Access to Chronic Pain Clinical Trials in the United States
No abstract available Keywords: Chronic pain; clinical trial; geographical accessibility; health equity.
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May 16, 2025Enhanced Pain Relief with Guanfacine as an Adjuvant for Trigeminal Nerve Blocks: Insights from a PheWAS-Guided Randomized Controlled Study
Abstract Background: Trigeminal neuralgia and painful trigeminal neuropathy are severely painful conditions which are often difficult to treat with medications. A Phenome-Wide Association Study (PheWAS) analysis identified an association between single nucleotide variants in...
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May 9, 2025Effectiveness of motivational interviewing plus cognitive behavioral therapy versus shared decision making for voluntary opioid tapering in patients with chronic pain: The INSPIRE randomized pragmatic trial
Abstract Objective: To compare the effectiveness of motivational interviewing plus cognitive behavioral therapy versus shared decision making on change in daily dosage of prescribed opioids for individuals with chronic non-cancer pain. Design: Pragmatic randomized...
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May 9, 2025Correlates of Mental Defeat in Individuals with Chronic Non-Cancer Pain on Long-term Opioid Therapy
Abstract Background: Individuals with chronic non-cancer pain (CNCP) often present with significant challenges that can impact physical, psychological, and social well-being. Mental defeat is a critical consequence of CNCP being a known predictor of...
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May 9, 2025Radiofrequency Ablation of the First Carpometacarpal Joint for Osteoarthritis: A Technical Report
Abstract Background: Chronic pain associated with the first carpometacarpal (CMC) joint can significantly impair thumb mobility and grip strength. Radiofrequency nerve ablation (RFA) offers a promising minimally invasive intervention for managing refractory pain when...
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