Osteoporosis drug class ‘worsens CKD’
The increased risk is moderate but clinicians should carefully consider initiation of the therapy in certain patients, researchers say.
Tag: Musculoskeletal
Antidepressants for musculoskeletal pain get the thumbs down
An updated meta-analysis fails to find compelling evidence that any class is beneficial.
Back pain and weight loss from a spine gone to Pott
A patient's pain and reduced appetite are symptoms of an ancient disease that poses a lurking threat.
GPs sent more ‘nudge’ letters on imaging requests
But the AMA's Dr Richard Kidd says department's intentions are purely educational.
Poor bone health affects premmies in their 20s
Aussie research shows those who are born before 28 weeks are at higher risk of impaired bone health at 25.
A GP guide to paediatric hand trauma
With a shorter window of intervention than adults, it is important to be aware of these common injury patterns of hand trauma in the paediatric po…
Is one of the most common surgeries a sham?
Study shows patients who undergo partial meniscectomy have a greater risk of osteoarthritis and no better outcomes at five years.
Turmeric eases osteoarthritis pain, reports Aussie study
The small Tasmanian trial shows the supplement improves knee pain in patients who take it compared to those who don't.
Warning over bone loss with long-term bisphosphonates
Doctors should avoid giving the medication preventatively to younger patients because it can bone tissue, says researcher.
What’s this upper-arm mass that won’t play ball?
Cooper is a right-handed 14-year-old who presents with a lump on the right upper arm.
