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When we experience pain, it begins as an acute process. It might be an ankle sprain, arm fracture, or due to surgery. In fact, chronic postsurgical pain affects up to 50% of adults. Guidelines suggest using multimodal analgesia to manage acute pain. Seglentis, a unique oral medication is available that combines tramadol, a weak opioid […]…
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When we experience pain, it begins as an acute process. It might be an ankle sprain, arm fracture, or due to surgery. In fact, chronic postsurgical pain affects up to 50% of adults. Guidelines suggest using multimodal analgesia to manage acute pain. Seglentis, a unique oral medication is available that combines tramadol, a weak opioid […]…
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Chronic low back pain can be due to degeneration of the multifidus muscles. We now have a neurostimulator designed to activate the multifudus muscles and control pain – ReActiv8. John McFarland describes how this device has helped him return to an active life at age 75. Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine […]…
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Chronic low back pain can be due to degeneration of the multifidus muscles. We now have a neurostimulator designed to activate the multifudus muscles and control pain – ReActiv8. John McFarland describes how this device has helped him return to an active life at age 75. Dr. Chris Gilligan, Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine […]…
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The American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) hosts the one of a kind, AAPM-MIT Hacking Medicine Innovation Challenge. Companies from around the world apply for the chance to pitch their ideas and solutions in a “shark tank” style competition. We feature two of the winners of the 2022 challenge: Sana Health with its visual and auditory […]…
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Multimodal analgesia is an alternative to opioids that uses more than one medication or technique for pain relief. Zynrelef® is an extended release, non-opioid medication that treats postoperative pain and inflammation. It’s applied without a needle directly into the surgical site. Pharmacist, Dr. Kevin Warner will talk about the state of postopera…
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Gastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. In our final show, Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School will […]…
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Gastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School delves into common symptoms, d…
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Gastric or stomach cancer is one of the most malignant human cancers, ranking 3rd as the most common cause of cancer death globally. If detected at an early stage, treatments can control and even cure the disease. Our guest is Dr. Sam Klempner, oncologist and hematologist from Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School. He’ll explain th…
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GammaCore is a new device for acute, episodic cluster headaches and for prevention. It’s the first transcutaneous stimulator that targets the vagus nerve in the neck, and it’s FDA cleared. Mark Mitchell will share the impressive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on his headaches, level of function, and emotional well-being. Then, Dr. Stephen Silbe…
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GammaCore is a new device for acute, episodic cluster headaches and for prevention. It’s the first transcutaneous stimulator that targets the vagus nerve in the neck, and it’s FDA cleared. Mark Mitchell will share the impressive effects of vagus nerve stimulation on his headaches, level of function, and emotional well-being. Then, Dr. Stephen Silbe…
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It’s been called the benzodiazepine injury syndrome. Patients who stop using benzodiazepines may not go through a simple, acute withdrawal process. Instead, 10-15% of patients may experience a new, unexplained illness, leading to severe and disabling symptoms. Carrie Silvernail, our first guest shares her five and a half year battle with this protr…
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It’s been called the benzodiazepine injury syndrome. Patients who stop using benzodiazepines may not go through a simple, acute withdrawal process. Instead, 10-15% of patients may experience a new, unexplained illness, leading to severe and disabling symptoms. Carrie Silvernail, our first guest shares her five and a half year battle with this protr…
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A staggering number of people have died from opioid related overdoses during the last several years. Prescription opioids, heroin, and illegally manufactured fentanyl are all involved. Paula, our first guest will share her experience with opioid addiction, and her path to regaining a life that she almost lost. Then Dr. Greg Hobelmann, chief medical…
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A staggering number of people have died from opioid related overdoses during the last several years. Prescription opioids, heroin, and illegally manufactured fentanyl are all involved. Paula, our first guest will share her experience with opioid addiction, and her path to regaining a life that she almost lost. Then Dr. Greg Hobelmann, chief medical…
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Did you know that Americans are more likely to die from an opioid overdose than a motor vehicle crash? A lifesaving drug called naloxone can make the difference between life and death from an opioid overdose. Today’s show will give us an in-depth look at this drug. Does it really save lives, when do we […]…
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Imagine a tick bite stealing your childhood, making you crazy, and almost killing you. This is how our first guest, Ally Hilfiger, the daughter of designer Tommy Hilfiger describes her painful experience with Lyme Disease. About 10-20% of patients develop the chronic form of the disease called, Post Lyme Disease Syndrome (PLDS). Ally continues to […
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Imagine a tick bite stealing your childhood, making you crazy, and almost killing you. This is how our first guest, Ally Hilfiger, the daughter of designer Tommy Hilfiger describes her painful experience with Lyme Disease. About 10-20% of patients develop the chronic form of the disease called, Post Lyme Disease Syndrome (PLDS). We’ll first hear [……
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Imagine having a throbbing headache for 3 days, or severe back pain that immobilizes you, or even a broken bone from tripping and falling on the ice. Where do you go for relief? Most of the time, we go to the emergency room. Our guests are two experienced emergency room physicians who will describe how […]…
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Electrical stimulation of single nerves that cause pain, called peripheral nerve stimulation offers a way to control pain without accessing the spinal cord. A new device called StimRouter is minimally invasive, and designed for patients with certain kinds of neuropathic pain in the arms, legs, pelvis, and trunk. Kaye Gagnon will share firsthand how…
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Cancer, arthritis, and other painful diseases occur in animals just like humans. Elephants in captivity can develop painful toe infections, and crippling arthritis of the wrists and ankles. Living conditions in zoos and circuses lead to pain and suffering often hidden from the public. Catherine Doyle, Director of Science, Research, and Advocacy for…
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Cancer, arthritis, and other painful diseases occur in animals just like humans. Elephants in captivity can develop painful toe infections, and crippling arthritis of the wrists and ankles. Living conditions in zoos and circuses lead to pain and suffering often hidden from the public. Catherine Doyle, Director of Science, Research, and Advocacy for…
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