Aerobic exercise boosts endurance and walking in post-stroke patients
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 19, 2019
Stroke survivors who participated in group-based aerobic exercise programs of a similar design and duration to cardiac rehabilitation programs saw their aerobic endurance and mobility significantly improve.
Excessive treatment for diabetes tied to hypoglycemia, hospitalizations
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 19, 2019
Medication and blood sugar monitoring are a daily way of life for diabetics, but more than 20% of adult patients in the U.S. are likely treated too heavily.
Robotic tail could help off-balance elderly stay upright
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 19, 2019
For years, assistive mechanical devices, such as robotic arms, hands and legs, have helped patients improve function and gain mobility – and now a robotic tail is showing promise for balancing unsteady...
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, August 20
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 19, 2019
Math model can guide treatment for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s…Intense light exposure can prevent heart attacks…Stretchable wireless sensors track more than vital signs…
Study questions excessive interventions and antibiotics in final days
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 17, 2019
Many nursing home residents with advanced dementia, especially men, receive burdensome interventions and antibiotics in their final days of life, according to a study published August 16 in JAMA Network...
COPD experts propose new actions to manage the disease
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 17, 2019
Government and non-government entities should better recognize the burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and adopt policies and practices to help mitigate its effects.
A case for better pain management: Many awaiting total joints in severe pain
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 17, 2019
Findings from a new study suggest better pain management may be in order for many awaiting total joint replacement.
Clinical Briefs for Monday, August 19, 2019
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 17, 2019
3D facial imaging quickly predicts sleep apnea…Silent strokes, cognitive decline common after non-cardiac surgery…Older age at time of stroke linked to worse quality of life in women…
Another reason to take osteoporosis drugs: They can cut mortality rate by one-third
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 15, 2019
Taking one type of osteoporosis drug can significantly cut the risk of premature mortality — across all causes, not just those related to fragile bone fractures — study findings show.
A new way to lessen pain, enhance mobility: virtual reality games
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 15, 2019
Virtual reality is showing promise in the senior care segment, with studies and observational data pointing to its role in pain reduction, and improved mobility and engagement.