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APA: Medical Discrimination Based on Size Stresses Patients
Assuming weight is responsible for, related to presenting complaints can result in misdiagnosis
AOSSM: New Surgical Option for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears
Arthroscopic superior capsule reconstruction restores shoulder function, aids return to sports, work
Seeing Video of Self Struggling to Breathe Ups CPAP Adherence
Viewing the tapes helped convince patients to continue their sleep apnea treatment
Long-Acting Antiretroviral Injection Safe, Effective for HIV
Cabotegravir + rilpivirine injection every four or eight weeks as effective as daily three-drug oral therapy
AOSSM: Activity, QoL Still Good 10 Years After ACL Repair
Even 10 years after procedure, many still playing sports, researchers say
AAIC: Turnover Kinetics Vary for Different Amyloid β Isoforms
Half-life of Aβ isoforms about three hours; Aβ38 has faster turnover kinetics than Aβ40, Aβ42
AAIC: Targeting 9 Factors Could Cut One-Third of Dementia Cases
Addressing these risk factors could help prevent 35 percent of dementia cases, researchers suggest
AAIC: Mediterranean Diet May Help Preserve Cognitive Function
New studies suggest that adherence to better diet can improve brain function
AAIC: Alzheimer Biomarkers Up With Sleep Disordered Breathing
Studies found SDB/OSA tied to higher levels of biomarkers for Alzheimer's disease
AAIC: Rx + Training Shows Benefit in Advanced Alzheimer’s
Skills lost, such as dressing or bathing, can potentially be relearned, small study suggests