Imagine living in a world where pain relief doesn't come with a risk of addiction. This is the idea that has been brought to life with a new FDA approved medicine. The last time a similar pill was approved was more than 20 years ago. The medicine is called Journavx, or suzetrigine. This pill is a
Across the United States, the future of brain surgery depends on policy making. Among many, there is a female pioneer who got the attention of everyone in the field. In 2022, a leader rose to the head of American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Ann R. Stroink is an embodiment of lead
Telemedicine is shaking up the healthcare world. It's like having a doctor's appointment on your screen. This is great news for people who struggle to visit a clinic. As technology gets better, more and more folks are giving it a try. It's all about convenience, and that's a big deal. Think about i
Sports around the world are more competitive than ever. Now, there is a new concern for athletes and sports doctors. The use of cannabis can affect how someone performs in sports. Professional co-curring concerns are beginning to emerge. In sports medicine, monitoring and maintaini
Sports medicine is a thrilling field. But, there's a problem. It's not as diverse as the U. S. population. The study took a close look at sports medicine trainees from two time periods. The first was from 2010 to 2015, and the second was from 2016 to 2021. There were over 3, 000 trainees in total.
The Lumbar area is another word for the waist area. Do you know how many local people we know who complain of back pain? Many of these people are recreational athletes. There are many pathologies that cause issues with the lumbar areas. The number one cause is the stress that com
Imagine tiny gold particles helping to fix eye problems. These are not just any particles, they are special nanoparticles designed to absorb near-infrared light. These nanoparticles can heat up and destroy harmful cells. They can help with vision problems. But how does this work? First, let's ta
They say, it is always the ones waiting the longest who are the most grateful when they finally get what they've been waiting for. You might expect transplant recipients to be excited, full of joy and forever thankful. But it's not that simple. Often, patients feel disappointment when they firs
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing how we tackle health issues, especially mental health. Depression, a common and serious mental illness, is set to become the leading cause of disability by 2040. To diagnose it early, we need simple, affordable methods using clear signs. This study uses machi
Telemedicine has transformed healthcare by allowing doctors and nurses to treat patients from afar, even after COVID-19 accelerated its use. However, not all healthcare workers are enthusiastic about it. There are concerns and policy hurdles that make some professionals hesitant. While many studies
