A rotator cuff tear is a common issue, especially as people get older. It's interesting because not everyone feels pain from it. Some folks have a tear and don't even know it. Others are in so much pain that they need surgery. Why is that? Scientists have been trying to figure this out. They've loo
Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a condition that causes widespread pain and fatigue. It can be tough to manage, but yoga might offer some help. A recent study looked into how yoga, done through tele-rehabilitation, could make a difference for people with FMS. The study wanted to see if tele-yoga cou
Narcolepsy is more than just feeling tired all the time. It's a complex condition that can include sudden muscle weakness, called cataplexy, and other sleep issues. This study wanted to understand how patients truly experience these symptoms. People with narcolepsy often struggle with excessive day
Electronic platforms are changing how cancer patients report side effects during clinical trials. This shift is crucial because accurate reporting of adverse events is key to the success of these trials. The patient's voice is becoming more important in the medical world. For the past decade, the
The knee is a complex joint. It depends heavily on the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) for stability. This ligament is crucial for keeping the knee in place. It can be damaged by a sudden impact or an awkward twist. This type of injury is quite common. In Saudi Arabia, about 31. 4% of people expe
In the digital age, having a good website is crucial for any business. This includes doctor's offices. But how easy is it for patients to use these websites? A recent study looked into this question in Flanders. They wanted to know what patients think about the websites of their general practiti
Knowledge and the use of a disease activity score in axial spondyloarthritis obviously is important. Physicians around the world almost always rely on this when making treatment choices for patients. However, this critical measure, isn't always followed as strictly as it should be. The
Ever wondered how patients and dentists feel about digital dentures compared to the traditional ones? Researchers decided to find out by looking at studies that compared the two. They wanted to know if there was a difference in how patients felt about their dentures and how dentists thought they wor
A recent study took a close look at how both patients and healthcare professionals think about the care pathways for knee osteoarthritis (KOA) in Slovenia. This country, along with others, has health systems that could be more efficient. The study wanted to fill a gap in research by exploring the op
