Neck pain

Elon Musk says ‘disc replacement’ worked for him. But evidence this surgery helps chronic pain is lacking

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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In comments following the post, Musk said the surgery was a “gamechanger” and reduced his pain significantly.

Key Points: 
  • In comments following the post, Musk said the surgery was a “gamechanger” and reduced his pain significantly.
  • So what is disc replacement surgery and what does the evidence tells us about its benefits and harms?

What’s involved in a disc replacement?

  • Disc replacement may be performed for a number of reasons, including slipped discs in the neck, as appears to be the case for Musk.
  • In Australia, even if you have health insurance, a disc replacement surgery may leave you more than A$12,000 out of pocket.
  • Disc replacement surgery is not performed as much as other spinal surgeries (for example, spinal fusion) but its use is increasing.
  • In New South Wales for example, rates of privately-funded disc replacement increased six-fold from 6.2 per million people in 2010–11 to 38.4 per million in 2019–20.

What are the benefits and harms?

  • But there has been very little research comparing disc replacement surgery with non-surgical treatments.
  • Unfortunately, these crucial first research steps have largely been skipped for disc replacement surgery for both neck and back pain.
  • There are no clinical trials we know of investigating whether disc replacement is effective for neck pain compared to nothing or compared to non-surgical treatments.
  • Complications are not uncommon, and can include disclocation of the artificial disc, fracture (break) of the artificial disc, and infection.
  • Revision surgery means a re-do to the primary surgery if something needs fixing.

Are there effective alternatives?

  • Many surgeons see disc replacement as an alternative to spinal fusion, and this choice is often presented to patients.
  • Indeed, the research evidence used to support disc replacement mainly comes from studies that compare disc replacement to spinal fusion.
  • Fortunately for patients, there are new, non-surgical treatments for neck and back pain that evidence is showing are effective – and are far cheaper than surgery.
  • Christine Lin receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), and Medical Research Future Fund.
  • Christopher Maher receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), and Medical Research Future Fund.

Cabeau Launches Evolution Kids, A Revolutionary Supportive Travel Accessory for Little Ones

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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The new Evolution Kids neck pillow integrates Cabeau’s signature and award-winning features, including raised side supports and thin, flat back design to prevent the dreaded bobblehead and neck pain.

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  • The new Evolution Kids neck pillow integrates Cabeau’s signature and award-winning features, including raised side supports and thin, flat back design to prevent the dreaded bobblehead and neck pain.
  • The same premium supportive features beloved by adult travelers can now be enjoyed by little ones as well - all in a kid-friendly design.
  • “As Cabeau expands its product catalog with travel comfort for little ones, we continue to innovate in stagnant categories,” said David Sternlight, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Cabeau.
  • The Evolution Kids joins Cabeau’s collection of award-winning travel pillows including The Neck’s Evolution S3, Evolution Earth, Evolution S3, Air TNE, Evolution Cool, and Evolution Classic.

Milestone Scientific Commences Sales of CompuFlo® Epidural Disposables within Omaha Pain Physicians

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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ROSELAND, N.J., March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Milestone Scientific Inc. (NYSE:MLSS), a leading developer of computerized drug delivery instruments that provide painless and precise injections, today announced that it has commenced sales of CompuFlo ® Epidural disposables to Omaha Pain Physicians , a comprehensive medical pain management center in Omaha, NE.

Key Points: 
  • ROSELAND, N.J., March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Milestone Scientific Inc. (NYSE:MLSS), a leading developer of computerized drug delivery instruments that provide painless and precise injections, today announced that it has commenced sales of CompuFlo ® Epidural disposables to Omaha Pain Physicians , a comprehensive medical pain management center in Omaha, NE.
  • Omaha Pain Physicians is focused on treating patients with acute and chronic pain.
  • Dr. Matthew Stottle completed 10 cases using the CompuFlo Epidural system at Omaha Pain Physicians, in which he reported 100% success.
  • The evaluation included Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI) procedures within the lumbar, thoracic and cervical thoracic junction of the spine.

Scilex Holding Company Announces Publication in Anesthesiology Journal of Results from an Investigator-Initiated Research Study Using ZTlido® for the Treatment of Chronic Neck Pain¹

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scilex Holding Company (Nasdaq: SCLX, “Scilex” or “Company”), an innovative revenue-generating company focused on acquiring, developing and commercializing non-opioid pain management products for the treatment of acute and chronic pain, today announced publication in Anesthesiology Journal of results from an investigator-initiated research study using ZTlido® for the treatment of chronic neck pain.

Key Points: 
  • PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scilex Holding Company (Nasdaq: SCLX, “Scilex” or “Company”), an innovative revenue-generating company focused on acquiring, developing and commercializing non-opioid pain management products for the treatment of acute and chronic pain, today announced publication in Anesthesiology Journal of results from an investigator-initiated research study using ZTlido® for the treatment of chronic neck pain.
  • The primary outcome measure was mean reduction in average neck pain coupled with the Patient Global Impression of Change.
  • Neck pain, or cervicalgia, is one of the most common pain presentations in U.S. and the 4th leading cause of disability.
  • According to a 2020 JAMA publication (Journal of the American Medical Association), the U.S. low back and neck pain market is estimated at $134.5B.4

EmergeOrtho--Triangle Region Welcomes Dr. Ryan McCarter

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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DURHAM, N.C., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region welcomes Dr. Ryan McCarter, a highly esteemed Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist, focusing on Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine.

Key Points: 
  • DURHAM, N.C., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region welcomes Dr. Ryan McCarter, a highly esteemed Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist, focusing on Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine.
  • "I'm excited to join the EmergeOrtho team and contribute to the mission of delivering top-tier orthopedic and musculoskeletal care," said Dr. McCarter.
  • "As a physician, my goal is to empower each patient on their journey to recovery," said Dr. McCarter.
  • To seek pain treatment, schedule an appointment with Dr. Ryan McCarter.

BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) Announces Its 2024 Grant Program Supporting Women Entrepreneurs

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company (NYSE: ABBV), announced that applications are open for the 2024 BOTOX® Cosmetic grant program supporting women entrepreneurs. BOTOX® Cosmetic partnered with IFundWomen to launch the program in 2023, and in the second year, will award a new group of 20 women entrepreneurs each with $25,000 grants to fund and grow their businesses. Additionally, BOTOX® Cosmetic continues to support these businesses through mentorship, coaching, crowdfunding, and community.

Key Points: 
  • FOR THE SECOND YEAR, BOTOX® COSMETIC WILL HELP WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS CLOSE THE CONFIDENCE GAP THROUGH FUNDING, MENTORSHIP, COACHING, AND COMMUNITY
    IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company (NYSE: ABBV), announced that applications are open for the 2024 BOTOX® Cosmetic grant program supporting women entrepreneurs.
  • We are grateful to learn from them and thrilled to continue this program into a second year with a new cohort of extraordinary women entrepreneurs."
  • I am forever grateful to this program for connecting me to a group of women entrepreneurs who together are helping to bridge the Confidence Gap.
  • Starting today, women entrepreneurs across the country can apply for the BOTOX® Cosmetic x IFundWomen grant at www.botoxcosmetic.com/realimpact for the chance to be one of 20 recipients.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, London L. Jones, DC, as a Top Pinnacle Professional

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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FRESNO, Calif., Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, London L. Jones, DC, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the field of Chiropractic Medicine.

Key Points: 
  • FRESNO, Calif., Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, London L. Jones, DC, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the field of Chiropractic Medicine.
  • In the field since 1996, Dr. Jones practices chiropractic medicine and has completed extensive post-doctoral training in various areas of chiropractic medicine.
  • The doctor explained that chiropractic medicine is an alternative medicine that focuses on diagnosing and treating biomechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, primarily in the spine.
  • Considered an expert in advanced-quality chiropractic, Dr. Jones specializes in treating trauma and injuries related to auto accidents.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Specially Designed Pillow (LAX-1603)

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a specially designed pillow to provide optimum support for the head, neck, shoulders, arms, back, lower back, and hips," said an inventor, from Arcadia, Calif., "so I invented the WORLDS GREATEST PILLOW.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a specially designed pillow to provide optimum support for the head, neck, shoulders, arms, back, lower back, and hips," said an inventor, from Arcadia, Calif., "so I invented the WORLDS GREATEST PILLOW.
  • I don't believe in one size fits all, so, it is a custom pillow made to fit each individual's size based on weights and heights."
  • The patent-pending creation provides an improved design for a pillow.
  • 22-LAX-1603, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

Women's Heart Alliance Launches "Be a Force for Change," a National Awareness Campaign to Educate Women About Heart Disease Misdiagnosis and Encourage Self-Advocacy

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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 NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Women's Heart Alliance (WHA), a non-profit cofounded by Barbra Streisand focused on the awareness, treatment, and prevention of women's heart disease and gender equity in cardiovascular research, today launched a new PSA campaign to educate women about the prevalence of misdiagnosis of women's heart disease, the #1 killer of women in the U.S. The PSA campaign highlights the symptoms of a heart attack in women, which can differ from those in men and are too often missed or dismissed by health practitioners and patients.

Key Points: 
  • The national PSA campaign informs women that "heart disease kills a women every 80 seconds," urges viewers to learn the unique signs of heart attack in women, speak up and get their hearts checked.
  • The misdiagnosis of heart disease means that women remain dangerously undertreated, leading to worse health outcomes and higher death rates.
  • Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of preventable death among women, killing a woman every 80 seconds.
  • Women die of heart attacks at twice the rate of men, and women of color are nearly 50% more likely to die from heart disease.

Scilex Holding Company announces successful FDA audit of enhanced ZTlido® manufacturing facility in Japan

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Enhanced 250kg manufacturing facility assures increased capacity to meet rapidly growing ZTlido® demand.

Key Points: 
  • Enhanced 250kg manufacturing facility assures increased capacity to meet rapidly growing ZTlido® demand.
  • This successful audit allows Scilex to continue commercializing ZTlido® product manufactured at 250kg scale at Oishi’s facility.
  • This facility is also the manufacturing site for SP-103 (lidocaine topical system, atriple strength formulation of ZTlido®) that recently completed trials in acute back pain and neck pain.
  • “This successful FDA GMP inspection highlights the GMP and quality assurance of our partner Oishi’s manufacturing facility in Japan, which is essential as we scale the commercial production of ZTlido®,” said Jaisim Shah, Chief Executive Officer and President of Scilex.