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Current Therapeutic Options for Chronic Low Back Pain: A Focus on Nonsurgical Approaches
This activity will explore the newest types of physical rehabilitation as an alternative to surgery, as well as other conservative methods, that can be integrated with pharmacologic therapies to provide a multidisciplinary approach for the relief of LBP.
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Winning the race against Alzheimer's disease
With Alzheimer's disease (AD), researchers are playing "beat the clock." The population over age 85—who have the greatest risk of AD—has become the fastest-growing demographic. It is thought that as many as 14 million Americans could be afflicted with AD by 2050, unless researchers can figure a way to intervene.
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New meds and research may improve ADHD treatment
The millions of children coping with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have many more treatment options now than they did even 10 years ago. New drugs and newer, longer-lasting formulations of older drugs have given prescribers and patients more to choose from. Improved choice may also mean improved compliance.
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Update on smoking cessation
It is no surprise that the Surgeon General's latest report states that smoking affects every organ system. The tobacco cessation guideline from the USPHS that recommends nicotine replacement therapy or bupropion for nearly all patients who smoke remains an effective strategy.
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