Articles related toMusculoskeletal Medicine and Pain

Osteopathic approach to sacroiliac joint pain in pregnant patients

Kaori Morimoto, BA; Alisha Harrington, BS, MAOM; Claudia Nelson, MS; and Brian Loveless, DO
This paper provides comprehensive review of the epidemiology, anatomy, alarm findings, standard treatment, osteopathic assessment, and osteopathic manipulative treatment of the sacroiliac (SI) joint, and it provides a general and in-depth understanding of the SI joint pain in pregnant patients and its management.
J Osteopath Med; 122(5): 235-242

Clinical evaluation and management of calcific tendinopathy: an evidence-based review

Michael Catapano, MD; David M. Robinson, MD; Sean Schowalter, MD; and Kelly C. McInnis, DO
This paper aims to focus on the clinical evaluation of calcific tendinopathy by reviewing the anatomy, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, examination, and approach to imaging as well as by providing an overview of evidence-based treatment options.
J Osteopath Med; 122(3): 141-151

An analysis of publication trends of orthopedic surgery residency graduates in relation to academic achievement

Marvin Carr, BS, OMS III; J. Michael Anderson, BS, OMS IV; Samuel Shepard, BS, OMS III; James Hobbs, BS, OMS III; Corbin Walters, BS, OMS IV; Austin L. Johnson, BS, OMS IV; and Matt Vassar, PhD
In this study, the authors determine whether publishing in peer-reviewed journals during orthopedic residencies was an indicator of continued academic achievement after graduation.
J Osteopath Med; 122(4): 195-202

Preventing progression from chronic to widespread pain and its impact on health-related quality of life: a historical cohort study of osteopathic medical care

John C. Licciardone, DO, MS, MBA
It is generally acknowledged that osteopathic physicians take a holistic approach to patient care. This style may help prevent the progression of painful musculoskeletal conditions, particularly if combined with osteopathic manipulative treatment. This study aimed to determine if osteopathic medical care lowers the risk of progression from localized chronic low back pain to widespread pain and lessens the impact of pain on health-related quality of life.
J Osteopath Med; 122(1): 21-29

Gross Range of Motion in the Cervical Spine: The Effects of Osteopathic Muscle Energy Technique in Asymptomatic Subjects

Denise K. Burns, DO, and Michael R. Wells, PhD
J Osteopath Med; 106(3): 137-142

Modeled Repetitive Motion Strain and Indirect Osteopathic Manipulative Techniques in Regulation of Human Fibroblast Proliferation and Interleukin Secretion

Kate R. Meltzer, MS; and Paul R. Standley, PhD
J Osteopath Med; 107(12): 527-536

Trauma-Induced Pneumothorax After “Bear-Hug Back Crack” Home Remedy: Attempted Spinal Manipulation by a Layperson

David A. Masneri, DO; Jeremy S. Helphenstine, DO; Shannon M. Masneri, DO; Michael A. Miller, MD; and Marc E. Levsky, MD
J Osteopath Med; 107(9): 411-413

Chronic Psoas Syndrome Caused by the Inappropriate Use of a Heel Lift

Christopher M. Rancont, DO
J Osteopath Med; 107(9): 415-418

Analysis of Pooled Data From Two Pivotal Controlled Trials on the Efficacy of Topiramate in the Prevention of Migraine

Fred G. Freitag, DO; Grace Forde, MD; Walter Neto, MD; Daniel Z. Wang, PhD; Jennifer Schmitt, MS; Shu-Chen Wu, PhD; and Joseph Hulihan, MD
J Osteopath Med; 107(7): 251-258

Legg Reduction Maneuver for Patients With Anterior Shoulder Dislocation

David D. Dyck, DO; Nicholas W. Porter, DO; and Brett D. Dunbar, DO
J Osteopath Med; 108(10): 571-573