Search results for "Osteoarthritis"
MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of knee osteoarthritis
A 64-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-year history of knee osteoarthritis. He has bilateral knee pain that worsens with walking. He has tried topical therapies, physical therapy, and acetaminophen, none of which has provided relief. The patient also has peripheral vascular disease, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Medications are hydrochlorothiazide, pravastatin, and a daily aspirin. Following a physical exam, lab results, and radiographs of the knees, what is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/06/17/3.htm
17 Jun 2014
Exercise appears as effective as surgery for middle-aged patients with meniscal tear
At 3 months, muscle strength had improved more in the exercise group than in the surgery group, and there was no clinically relevant difference in knee pain, other symptoms, function in sport and recreation, and knee-related quality of life, researchers found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/07/26/1.htm
26 Jul 2016
MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of enlargement and discomfort of the metacarpophalangeal joints
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 62-year-old man for a two-year history of enlargement and discomfort of the metacarpophalangeal joints of both hands.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/06/05/3.htm
5 Jun 2012
Integrative therapies may complement care
A growing base of evidence suggests that certain treatments may have a place in physicians' repertoires as part of a holistic approach to health.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/03/CAM.htm
1 Mar 2016
Total knee arthroplasty may be associated with weight gain
Patients who undergo knee arthroplasty may be at risk for weight gain in the five years after surgery, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/05/07/5.htm
7 May 2013
Solution to resistant hypertension sometimes hides in plain sight
This issue also addresses stories about osteoarthritis, race and clinical algorithms, and follow-up care for thyroid cancers.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/05/solution-to-resistant-hypertension-sometimes-hides-in-plain-sight.htm
1 May 2021
Warning on HCV treatments; more cancer drugs approved
This update also covers a warning that combination drugs can cause serious liver injury and approval of new drugs for metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer that has progressed after other treatments.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/01/fda.htm
1 Jan 2016
MKSAP quiz: Woman complains of joint pain and stiffness
A 56-year-old woman is evaluated for a 2-year history of joint pain and stiffness of the hands.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/05/mksap.htm
1 May 2009
Cancer, cardiovascular risks assessed at rheumatology meeting
A summary of approvals, recalls and a record number of deaths and serious injuries reported.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/01/rheum.htm
1 Jan 2009
Glucosamine ineffective for low back pain
MKSAP Quiz: Managing COPD
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/07/13/2.htm
13 Jul 2010