Medtronic’s SCS Therapy Approved for Painful Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
These SCS devices were cleared based on data from a randomized controlled trial published in the journal Diabetes Care in 2014.
Pain Management
Senza SCS System Approval Expanded to Include Nonsurgical Refractory Back Pain
The Senza SCS System is a neuromodulation device designed to deliver electrical stimulation using implantable leads and a rechargeable, implantable pulse generator.
MPR Weekly Dose Podcast Episode 103
This week news of a new treatment for insomnia; The FDA comment on magnesium hypertension claims; Transmucosal buprenorphine linked to dental decay; Researchers assess changes in menstrual cycles in relation to COVID vaccines; And experts have their say on the best diets for 2022.
FDA: Transmucosal Buprenorphine Medications Linked to Dental Issues
The FDA has identified 305 cases of dental problems with buprenorphine-containing medicines dissolved in the mouth.
Intrathecal Morphine + Oral Gabapentin Aids Pain Management
Combination improved pain management for teens undergoing spinal fusion for scoliosis
Vitamin D Supplementation Could Reduce Migraine Headache Attacks
Vitamin D supplementation had no obvious effect on attack duration or headache severity
Duloxetine Does Not Alleviate Pain in Chronic Osteoarthritis
No differences seen in WOMAC pain at three or 12 months with duloxetine added to usual care, or in subgroup with symptoms of centralized pain
AAN: Painful Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment Guidelines Updated
Several pharmacotherapies have been shown to reduce pain in patients with painful diabetic neuropathy.
Possible Defective Delivery System Prompts Recall of Nitroglycerin Lingual Spray
Nitroglycerin Lingual Spray is indicated for the acute relief of an attack or prophylaxis of chest pain due to coronary artery disease in adult patients.
Opioid Rx Up, Non-Rx Therapy Down During the Pandemic
Nonpharmacologic therapy decreased, opioid prescribing increased for patients seeking treatment for pain management in 2020 versus 2019
