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Expression of cytokines at baseline correlate/predict in the disc the outcome of surgery after disc degeneration: A 12-month follow-up study
Abstract Background: Low back pain (LBP) is a highly prevalent condition that comprise a large portion of outpatient practice, challenging the diagnosis and treatment. However, the diagnostic tools are limited to clinical history, physical...
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May 17, 2024Relationship between number of prior lumbar spine surgeries and outcomes following spinal cord stimulator implantation: A multisite, retrospective pooled analysis
Abstract Objectives: Lumbar spine surgery is a common procedure for treating disabling spine-related pain. In recent decades, both the number and cost of spine surgeries have increased despite technological advances and modification in surgical...
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April 26, 20246. Persistent spinal pain syndrome type 2
Abstract Introduction: Persistent Spinal Pain Syndrome (PSPS) refers to chronic axial pain and/or extremity pain. Two subtypes have been defined: PSPS-type 1 is chronic pain without previous spinal surgery and PSPS-type 2 is chronic...
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April 26, 2024What’s important in a contract beyond the salary? A primer for pain physicians and trainees
Abstract This manuscript is designed to complement the previously published primer on salary structures for new pain physicians. The previous manuscript “Employment Contract Financial Models for the Pain Physician: A Primer” had a goal...
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April 26, 2024The use of the term “migraineur” in the modern scientific literature
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April 12, 2024Radiofrequency for chronic lumbosacral and cervical pain: Results of a consensus study using the RAND/UCLA appropriateness method
Abstract Background: Despite the routine use of radiofrequency (RF) for the treatment of chronic pain in the lumbosacral and cervical region, there remains uncertainty on the most appropriate patient selection criteria. This study aimed...
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April 12, 2024Lacertus notch as a sign of lacertus syndrome
Abstract Objective: Many clinicians are unfamiliar with a diagnosis of lacertus syndrome (LS). We investigated the value of the lacertus notch sign in diagnosing LS. Methods: We included 56 consecutive patients (112 upper extremities)...
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April 5, 2024The current state of training in pain medicine fellowships: An Association of Pain Program Directors (APPD) survey of program directors
Abstract Introduction: The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) approved the first pain medicine fellowship programs over three decades ago, designed around a pharmacological philosophy. Following that, there has been a rise in...
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April 5, 202410 kHz stimulation as rescue therapy for spinal cord stimulation trial failure or loss of efficacy: A retrospective study
Abstract Introduction: Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is currently used for the management of pain of different origin, and since its inception, many waveforms have been developed. Some patients experience no pain relief already during...
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April 5, 2024Abstracts of the 12th World Congress of the World Institute of Pain (WIP), 28-30 October 2023, Antalya, Turkey
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April 5, 2024Treating neuropathic pain and comorbid affective disorders: Preclinical and clinical evidence
Abstract Introduction: Neuropathic pain (NP) significantly impacts quality of life and often coexists with affective disorders such as anxiety and depression. Addressing both NP and its psychiatric manifestations requires a comprehensive understanding of therapeutic...
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April 5, 2024Intrathecal drug delivery systems for cancer pain: Considerations for device type and indication
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March 29, 2024Clinical outcomes of spinal cord stimulation in patients with intractable leg pain in Japan
Abstract Background: Neuromodulation through spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a therapeutic option for relieving leg pain and improving the chances of limb salvage in patients with intractable chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI); however, there is...
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March 15, 2024Ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block in patients with chronic lumbar facet joint pain: A prospective case-controlled study
Abstract Purpose: The aim was to evaluate the efficacy of ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane (ESP) block and compare with the conventional physical therapy in chronic low back pain (LBP). Materials and methods: This prospective...
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March 15, 2024Pudendal nerve blockade for persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD): A clinical review and case report
Abstract Background: Persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD) is a condition characterized by unwanted and potentially painful genital sensations or spontaneous orgasms without stimulation. We present a case of a 55-year-old woman with refractory genital...
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March 15, 2024Utilizing a learning health system to capture real-world patient data: Application of the reliable change index to evaluate and improve the outcome of a pain rehabilitation program
Abstract Background and objectives: The learning healthcare system (LHS) has been developed to integrate patients’ clinical data into clinical decisions and improve treatment outcomes. Having little guidance on this integration process, we aim to...
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March 15, 2024Comments on Retrograde thoracic spinal cord stimulation paddle placement for complex persistent spinal pain syndrome type 2
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March 8, 2024Triptan treatment is associated with a higher number of red wine-induced migraine episodes: An exploratory questionnaire-based survey
Abstract Aim: Diet, including foods and beverages, affects migraine. Conversely, the influence of migraine therapies on dietary habits is largely unknown. This study aimed at investigating the effects of triptan intake on foods and...
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