To keep you informed about the latest research in pain management, the Academy is pleased to provide you with access to abstracts of articles recently added to the National Library of Medicine database.

~June 2007

Research Abstracts June 2007
Below are abstracts of recent pain and pain management studies selected from the National Library of Medicine. Click on the link below each entry for the complete abstract.

Abdominal Pain

Berger MY, Gieteling MJ, Benninga MA.
Chronic abdominal pain in children.
BMJ (Clinical research ed.) 2007 May 12;334(7601):997-1002. [No abstract available] 

Mattei P.
Minimally invasive surgery in the diagnosis and treatment of abdominal pain in children.
Current opinion in pediatrics. 2007 Jun;19(3):338-343. Abstract

Saps M, Di Lorenzo C.
Probiotics for abdominal pain disorders in children-safe to use but are they helpful?
Nature clinical practice. Gastroenterology & hepatology. 2007 May 22; [forthcoming] [No abstract available] 

Age Groups

Mailis-Gagnon A, Yegneswaran B, Lakha SF, et al.
Pain characteristics and demographics of patients attending a university-affiliated pain clinic in Toronto, Ontario.
Pain research & management. 2007 Summer;12(2):93-9. Abstract

Age Groups, Aged

Gil Gregorio P, Moreno A, Rodriguez MJ, et al.
Pain management in elderly people in primary care (ADA Study). [Article in Spanish]
Revista clínica española. 2007 Apr;207(4):166-71. Abstract

Jakobsson U, Hallberg IR, Westergren A.
Exploring determinants for quality of life among older people in pain and in need of help for daily living.
Journal of clinical nursing. 2007 Mar;16(3A):95-104. Abstract

Age Groups, Child

McGrath PA, Ruskin DA.
Caring for children with chronic pain: ethical considerations.
Paediatric anaesthesia. 2007 Jun;17(6):505-8.[No abstract available] 

Analgesics

Cowan D.
Pandemonium over painkillers persists.
British journal of community nursing. 2007 Apr;12(4):166-9. Abstract

Analgesics, Non-Narcotic [See Also: Arthritis/Shi, Menstruation Disturbances/Castelo-Branco]

Bijlsma JW, Lems WF, van de Laar MA.
Further definition ofthe role of COX-2 inhibitors and NSAIDs in patients with nociceptive pain. [Article in Dutch]
Nederlands tijdschrift voor geneeskunde. 2007 Apr 7;151(14):795-8. Abstract

Margolin L.
Acute pulmonary oedema induced by COX-2 inhibitors in a patient with chronic pain.
Clinical drug investigation. 2004;24(8):491-2.[No abstract available]

Page P.
Current concepts in menthol-based topical analgesics for pain relief
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S366-8.[No abstract available] 

Analgesics, Opioid [See Also: Arthritis/ Liedgens, Back Pain/ Bennett/W, Breakthrough Pain/ Mercadante, Cancer Pain/El Mouedden/Gaudreau, Complementary Therapies/Fleming, Fibromyalgia/Hamilton, Palliative Care/ Clemens/Reisfield, Substance-Related Disorders/Reisfield /Weaver/ Manchikanti]

Axelrod DJ, Reville B.
Using methadone to treat opioid-induced hyperalgesia and refractory pain.
Journal of opioid management. 2007 Mar-Apr;3(2):113-4. Abstract

Ballantyne JC.
Opioid analgesia: perspectives on right use and utility.
Pain physician. 2007 May;10(3):479-91. Abstract

Ballantyne JC, Laforge KS.
Opioid dependence and addiction during opioid treatment of chronic pain.
Pain. 2007 May 3; [forthcoming] [No abstract available] 

Benjamin DM.
Prosecution of physicians for prescribing opioids to patients.
Clinical pharmacology and therapeutics. 2007 Jun;81(6):797-8. Abstract

Bruckenthal P.
Controlled substances: principles of safe prescribing.
The Nurse practitioner. 2007 May;32(5):7-11. [No abstract available] 

Butler SF, Budman SH, Fernandez KC, et al.
Development and validation of the Current Opioid Misuse Measure.
Pain. 2007 May 8; [forthcoming] Abstract

Cnota PJ, Nowak H, Tagarro I, et al.
Tramadol SR formulations : pharmacokinetic comparison of a multiple-units dose (capsule) versus a single-unit dose (tablet).
Clinical drug investigation. 2005;25(7):435-43. Abstract

Codd EE, Martinez RP, Molino L, et al.
Tramadol and several anticonvulsants synergize in attenuating nerve injury-induced allodynia.
Pain. 2007 May 24; [forthcoming] Abstract

Crudele N, Haddox JD, Nicholson B, et al.
Comment and reply on: randomized trial comparing polymer-coated extended-release morphine sulfate to controlled-release oxycodone HCl in moderate to severe nonmalignant pain.
Current medical research and opinion. 2007 May;23(5):1053-6.[No abstract available] 

Cuddy ML.
The use of opioids in chronic pain management.
The Journal of practical nursing. 2006 Winter-2007 Spring;56(4)-57(1):20-4; quiz 24-5. [No abstract available] 

Ebell M.
Tramadol relieves neuropathic pain.
American family physician. 2007 May 1;75(9):1335-6. Abstract

Hartung DM, Middleton L, Haxby DG, et al.
Rates of adverse events of long-acting opioids in a state Medicaid program (June).
The Annals of pharmacotherapy. 2007 May 15; [forthcoming] Abstract

Hoffmann DE.
Can state medical boards adequately respond to reports that physicians are inappropriately prescribing opioids?
Clinical pharmacology and therapeutics. 2007 Jun;81(6):799-801. Abstract

Jagwe J, Merriman A.
Uganda: delivering analgesia in rural Africa: opioid availability and nurse prescribing.
Journal of pain and symptom management. 2007 May;33(5):547-51. Abstract

Joranson DE, Ryan KM.
Ensuring opioid availability: methods and resources.
Journal of pain and symptom management. 2007 May;33(5):527-32. Abstract

Kral KD
Commonsense Oxycodone Prescribing & Safety
Pain Treament Topics June 2007 Abstract

Lipman AG.
Treatment options for chronic pain management: opioids revisited.
Managed care (Langhorne, Pa.) 2007 Feb;16(2 Suppl 3):5-9. Abstract

Manchikanti L, Giordano J, Boswell MV, et al.
Psychological factors as predictors of opioid abuse and illicit drug use in chronic pain patients.
Journal of opioid management. 2007 Mar-Apr;3(2):89-100. Abstract

McNulty JP.
Can levorphanol be used like methadone for intractable refractory pain?
Journal of palliative medicine. 2007 Apr;10(2):293-6. Abstract

Mongin G, Yakusevich V, Kope A, et al.
Efficacy and safety assessment of a novel once-daily tablet formulation of tramadol: a randomised, controlled study versus twice-daily tramadol in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee.
Clinical drug investigation. 2004;24(9):545-58. Abstract

Mosoiu D, Mungiu OC, Gigore B, et al.
Romania: changing the regulatory environment.
Journal of pain and symptom management. 2007 May;33(5):610-4. Abstract

Ordonez Gallego A, Gonzalez Baron M, Espinosa Arranz E.
Oxycodone: a pharmacological and clinical review.
Clinical & translational oncology. 2007 May;9(5):298-307. Abstract

Panchal SJ, Muller-Schwefe P, Wurzelmann JI.
Opioid-induced bowel dysfunction: prevalence, pathophysiology and burden.
International journal of clinical practice. 2007 May 4; [forthcoming] Abstract

Passik SD, Kirsh KL.
King of pain: what Elvis's death tells us about media coverage of celebrities and the pain/addiction interface.
[No abstract available]

Rajagopal MR, Joranson DE.
India: opioid availability-an update.
Journal of pain and symptom management. 2007 May;33(5):615-22. Abstract

Rannazzisi JT.
The DEA's balancing act to ensure public health and safety.
Clinical pharmacology and therapeutics. 2007 Jun;81(6):805-6. Abstract

Tagarro I, Herrera J, Barutell C, et al.
Effect of a simple dose-escalation schedule on tramadol tolerability: assessment in the clinical setting.
Clinical drug investigation. 2005;25(1):23-31. Abstract

Tölle TR, Sprenger T, Valet M.
Opioid prescription in people with mental health problems-what is the way forward?
Nature clinical practice. Neurology. 2007 May 29; [forthcoming] [No abstract available] 

Weaver M, Heit, H, Savage S, et al.
Clinical case discussion: chronic pain management.
Journal of Addiction Medicine. 2007;1: 11–14 [No abstract available]

Wilcock A, Chauhan A.
Benchmarking the use of opioids in the last days of life. (Letter)
Journal of pain and symptom management. 2007 May 16; [forthcoming] [No abstract available]

Yuan CS.
Methylnaltrexone mechanisms of action and effects on opioid bowel dysfunction and other opioid adverse effects (June).
The Annals of pharmacotherapy. 2007 May 15; [forthcoming] Abstract

Anemia, Sickle Cell

Brousseau DC, McCarver DG, Drendel AL, et al.
The effect of CYP2D6 polymorphisms on the response to pain treatment for pediatric sickle cell pain crisis.
The Journal of pediatrics. 2007 Jun;150(6):623-6. Abstract

Mitchell MJ, Lemanek K, Palermo TM, et al.
Parent perspectives on pain management, coping, and family functioning in pediatric sickle cell disease.
Clinical pediatrics. 2007 May;46(4):311-9. Abstract

Anesthesia [See Also: Back Pain/ Manchikanti, Palliative Care/Okon]

Anxiety Disorders

Liebschutz J, Saitz R, Brower V, et al.
PTSD in urban primary care: high prevalence and low physician recognition.
Journal of general internal medicine. 2007 Jun;22(6):719-26. Abstract

Arthritis [See Also: Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms/ Holtzman]

Baron G, Tubach F, Ravaud P, et al.
Validation of a short form of the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index function subscale in hip and knee osteoarthritis.
Arthritis and rheumatism. 2007 Apr 30;57(4):633-638. Abstract

Bellometti S, Gallotti C, Pacileo G, et al.
Evaluation of outcomes in SPA-treated osteoarthrosic patients.
Journal of preventive medicine and hygiene. 2007 Mar;48(1):1-4. Abstract

Dagfinrud H, Christie A.
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis feel better after exercises in warm water than after similar exercises on land.
The Australian journal of physiotherapy. 2007;53(2):130. [No abstract available]

Dixon KE, Keefe FJ, Scipio CD, et al.
Psychological interventions for arthritis pain management in adults: a meta-analysis.
Health psychology. 2007 May;26(3):241-50. Abstract

Gooberman-Hill R, Woolhead G, Mackichan F, et al.
Assessing chronic joint pain: lessons from a focus group study.
Arthritis and rheumatism. 2007 Apr 30;57(4):666-671. Abstract

Jung HG, Myerson MS, Schon LC.
Spectrum of operative treatments and clinical outcomes for atraumatic osteoarthritis of the tarsometatarsal joints.
Foot & ankle international. 2007 Apr;28(4):482-9. Abstract

Khanna D, Sethi G, Ahn KS, et al.
Natural products as a gold mine for arthritis treatment.
Current opinion in pharmacology. 2007 Apr 30; [forthcoming] Abstract

Liedgens H, Nuijten MJ, Nautrup BP.
Economic evaluation of tramadol/paracetamol combination tablets for osteoarthritis pain in the Netherlands.
Clinical drug investigation. 2005;25(12):785-802. Abstract

McAlindon T, Formica M, Schmid CH, et al.
Changes in barometric pressure and ambient temperature influence osteoarthritis pain.
The American journal of medicine. 2007 May;120(5):429-34. Abstract

Rose P, Steinhauser C.
Comparison of lornoxicam and rofecoxib in patients with activated osteoarthritis (COLOR Study).
Clinical drug investigation. 2004;24(4):227-36. Abstract

Shi W, Wang YM, Li LS, et al.
Safety and efficacy of oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in patients with rheumatoid arthritis : a six-month randomised study.
Clinical drug investigation. 2004;24(2):89-101. Abstract

Theis KA, Helmick CG, Hootman JM.
Arthritis burden and impact are greater among U.S. women than men: intervention opportunities.
Journal of women's health (2002). 2007 May;16(4):441-453. Abstract

Usha PR, Naidu MU.
Randomised, double-blind, parallel, placebo-controlled study of oral glucosamine, methylsulfonylmethane and their combination in osteoarthritis.
Clinical drug investigation. 2004;24(6):353-63. Abstract

Weiss KE, Rodner CM.
Osteoarthritis of the wrist.
The Journal of hand surgery. 2007 May-Jun;32(5):725-46. Abstract


Back Pain

American Academy of Family Physicians.
Information from your family doctor. Low back pain.
American family physician. 2007 Apr 15;75(8):1190-2. [No abstract available]

Auvinen J, Tammelin T, Taimela S, et al.
Associations of physical activity and inactivity with low back pain in adolescents.
Scandinavian journal of medicine & science in sports. 2007 May 9; [forthcoming] Abstract

Bennett DS, Simon S, Brennan M, et al.
Prevalence and characteristics of breakthrough pain in patients receiving opioids for chronic back pain in pain specialty clinics.
Journal of opioid management. 2007 Mar-Apr;3(2):101-6. Abstract

Bookspan J.
Identifying and reversing hyperlordosis as a factor in lower back pain
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S390. [No abstract available] 

Bousema EJ, Verbunt JA, Seelen HA, et al.
Disuse and physical deconditioning in the first year after the onset of back pain.
Pain. 2007 Apr 27; [forthcoming] Abstract

Carey TS, Mielenz TJ.
Measuring outcomes in back care.
Spine. 2007 May 15;32(11 Suppl):S9-S14. Abstract

Dawson AP, McLennan SN, Schiller SD, et al.
Interventions to prevent back pain and back injury in nurses: a systematic review.
Occupational and environmental medicine. 2007 May 23; [forthcoming] Abstract

De Negri P, Tirri T, Paternoster G, et al.
Treatment of painful osteoporotic or traumatic vertebral compression fractures by percutaneous vertebral augmentation procedures: a nonrandomized comparison between vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty.
The Clinical journal of pain. 2007 Jun;23(5):425-30. Abstract

Gremeaux V, Coudeyre E, Givron P, et al.
Qualitative evaluation of the expectations of low back pain patients with regard to information gained through semi-directed navigation on the Internet.
Annales de réadaptation et de médecine physique. 2007 Apr 18; [forthcoming] Abstract

Grooten WJ, Mulder M, Wiktorin C.
The effect of ergonomic intervention on neck/shoulder and low back pain.
Work (Reading, Mass.) 2007;28(4):313-323. Abstract

Harrast MA.
Low back pain in the pediatric population
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):55. [No abstract available] 

Kanno H, Murakami E.
Comparison of low back pain sites identified by patient's finger versus hand: prospective randomized controlled clinical trial.
Journal of orthopaedic science. 2007 May;12(3):254-9. Abstract

Kinkade S.
Evaluation and treatment of acute low back pain.
American family physician. 2007 Apr 15;75(8):1181-8. Abstract

Kovacs F, Abraira V, Santos S, et al.
A comparison of two short education programs for improving low back pain-related disability in the elderly: a cluster randomized controlled trial.
Spine. 2007 May 1;32(10):1053-9. Abstract

Kuisma M, Karppinen J, Niinimaki J, et al.
Modic changes in endplates of lumbar vertebral bodies: prevalence and association with low back and sciatic pain among middle-aged male workers.
Spine. 2007 May 1;32(10):1116-22. Abstract

Kwon B, Tromanhauser SG, Banco RJ.
The spine service line: optimizing patient-centered spine care.
Spine. 2007 May 15;32(11 Suppl):S44-8. Abstract

Lahad A, Sarig-Bahat H; Israeli L. B.P. Guideline Work Group.
Israeli guidelines for prevention of low back pain. [Article in Hebrew]
Harefuah. 2007 Apr;146(4):253-7, 320. Abstract

Lee CE, Simmonds MJ, Etnyre BR, et al.
Influence of pain distribution on gait characteristics in patients with low back pain: part 1: vertical ground reaction force.
Spine. 2007 May 20;32(12):1329-1336. Abstract

Manchikanti L, Manchikanti KN, Manchukonda R, et al.
Evaluation of lumbar facet joint nerve blocks in the management of chronic low back pain: preliminary report of a randomized, double-blind controlled trial: clinical trial NCT00355914.
Pain physician. 2007 May;10(3):425-40. Abstract

Manson NA, Phillips FM.
Minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures.
Instructional course lectures. 2007;56:273-86. Abstract

McCamey K, Evans P.
Low back pain.
Primary care. 2007 Mar;34(1):71-82. [No abstract available] 

Murakami E, Tanaka Y, Aizawa T, et al.
Effect of periarticular and intraarticular lidocaine injections for sacroiliac joint pain: prospective comparative study.
Journal of orthopaedic science. 2007 May;12(3):274-80. Abstract

Nelson A.
Evaluation and treatment of patients with back pain.
JAAPA. 2007 Apr;20(4):22-6. [No abstract available] 

Poiraudeau S, Rannou F, Revel M.
Functional restoration programs for low back pain: a systematic review.
Annales de réadaptation et de médecine physique. 2007 Apr 25; [forthcoming] Abstract

Poitras S, Blais R, Swaine B, et al.
Practice patterns of physiotherapists in the treatment of work-related back pain.
Journal of evaluation in clinical practice. 2007 Jun;13(3):412-21. Abstract

Rognsvag T, Strand LI, Skouen JS.
Pain and functional ability in patients operated with total disc replacement in the lumbar spine. [Article in Norwegian]
Tidsskrift for den Norske laegeforening. 2007 May 3;127(9):1188-1191. Abstract

Roussel NA, Nijs J, Truijen S, et al.
Low back pain: clinimetric properties of the Trendelenburg test, active straight leg raise test, and breathing pattern during active straight leg raising.
Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics. 2007 May;30(4):270-278. Abstract

Shaw WS, Means-Christensen A, Slater MA, et al.
Shared and independent associations of psychosocial factors on work status among men with subacute low back pain.
The Clinical journal of pain. 2007 Jun;23(5):409-416. Abstract

Shiri R, Karppinen J, Leino-Arjas P, et al.
Cardiovascular and lifestyle risk factors in lumbar radicular pain or clinically defined sciatica: a systematic review.
European spine journal. 2007 May 25; [forthcoming] Abstract

Skillgate E, Vingard E, Alfredsson L.
Naprapathic manual therapy or evidence-based care for back and neck pain: a randomized, controlled trial.
The Clinical journal of pain. 2007 Jun;23(5):431-439. Abstract

Slade SC, Keating JL.
Unloaded movement facilitation exercise compared to no exercise or alternative therapy on outcomes for people with nonspecific chronic low back pain: a systematic review.
Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics. 2007 May;30(4):301-11. Abstract

Smeets RJ, Vlaeyen JW, Hidding A, et al.
Chronic low back pain: physical training, graded activity with problem solving training, or both? The one-year post-treatment results of a randomized controlled trial.
Pain. 2007 May 9; [forthcoming] Abstract

Strine TW, Hootman JM.
US national prevalence and correlates of low back and neck pain among adults.
Arthritis and rheumatism. 2007 Apr 30;57(4):656-665. Abstract

Underwood MR, Morton V, Farrin A.
Do baseline characteristics predict response to treatment for low back pain? Secondary analysis of the UK BEAM dataset
Rheumatology (Oxford, England). 2007 May 23; [forthcoming] Abstract

Vad VB, Bhat AL, Tarabichi Y.
The role of the back rx exercise program in diskogenic low back pain: a prospective randomized trial.
Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation. 2007 May;88(5):577-82. Abstract

Van Daele U, Huyvaert S, Hagman F, et al.
Reproducibility of postural control measurement during unstable sitting in low back pain patients.
BMC musculoskeletal disorders. 2007 May 22;8(1):44. Abstract

Wallace M, Skowronski R, Khanna S, et al.
Efficacy and safety evaluation of once-daily OROS hydromorphone in patients with chronic low back pain: a pilot open-label study (DO-127).
Current medical research and opinion. 2007 May;23(5):981-9. Abstract

Woodburn J, Branson R, Pavoloni G, et al.
Assessment of chiropractic outcomes for low back pain and neck pain: a health plan quality incentive model.
Journal for healthcare quality. 2006 Nov-Dec;28(6):32-9. Abstract

Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms [See Also: Headache Disorders/ Palermo]

Evans S, Keenan TR.
Parents with chronic pain: are children equally affected by fathers as mothers in pain? A pilot study.
Journal of child health care. 2007 Jun;11(2):143-57. Abstract

Holtzman S, Delongis A.
One day at a time: the impact of daily satisfaction with spouse responses on pain, negative affect and catastrophizing among individuals with rheumatoid arthritis.
Pain. 2007 May 19; [forthcoming] Abstract

Huguet A, Miro J, Nieto R.
The Inventory of Parent/Caregiver Responses to the Children's Pain Experience (IRPEDNA): development and preliminary validation.
Pain. 2007 May 15; [forthcoming] Abstract

Johansen AB, Cano A.
A preliminary investigation of affective interaction in chronic pain couples.
Pain. 2007 May 21; [forthcoming] Abstract

Kut E, Schaffner N, Wittwer A, et al.
Changes in self-perceived role identity modulate pain perception.
Pain. 2007 May 21; [forthcoming] Abstract

O'brien EM, Atchison JW, Gremillion HA, et al.
Somatic focus/awareness: relationship to negative affect and pain in chronic pain patients.
European journal of pain (London, England). 2007 May 22; [forthcoming] Abstract

Pillai Riddell RR, Stevens BJ, Cohen LL, et al.
Predicting maternal and behavioral measures of infant pain: the relative contribution of maternal factors.
Pain. 2007 May 11; [forthcoming] Abstract

Richardson JC, Ong BN, Sim J.
Experiencing chronic widespread pain in a family context: giving and receiving practical and emotional support.
Sociology of health & illness. 2007 Apr;29(3):347-65. Abstract

Rusu AC, Hasenbring M.
Multidimensional Pain Inventory derived classifications of chronic pain: evidence for maladaptive pain-related coping within the dysfunctional group.
Pain. 2007 May 18; [forthcoming] Abstract

Vervoort T, Craig KD, Goubert L, et al.
Expressive dimensions of pain catastrophizing: a comparative analysis of school children and children with clinical pain.
Pain. 2007 May 8; [forthcoming] Abstract

Young Casey C, Greenberg MA, Nicassio PM, et al.
Transition from acute to chronic pain and disability: a model including cognitive, affective, and trauma factors.
Pain. 2007 May 14; [forthcoming] Abstract

Breakthrough Pain

Hagen NA, Fisher K, Stiles C.
Sublingual methadone for the management of cancer-related breakthrough pain: a pilot study.
Journal of palliative medicine. 2007 Apr;10(2):331-7. Abstract

Mercadante S, Villari P, Ferrera P, et al.
Transmucosal fentanyl vs intravenous morphine in doses proportional to basal opioid regimen for episodic-breakthrough pain.
British journal of cancer. 2007 May 22; [forthcoming] Abstract

Breast Diseases

Srivastava A, Mansel RE, Arvind N, et al.
Evidence-based management of Mastalgia: a meta-analysis of randomised trials.
Breast (Edinburgh, Scotland). 2007 May 15; [forthcoming] Abstract

Cancer Pain

Coyle N, Layman-Goldstein M.
Pharmacologic management of adult cancer pain.
Oncology (Williston Park, N.Y.) 2007 Feb;21(2 Suppl Nurse Ed):10-22; discussion 26. Abstract

El Mouedden M, Meert TF.
The impact of the opioids fentanyl and morphine on nociception and bone destruction in a murine model of bone cancer pain.
Pharmacology, biochemistry, and behavior. 2007 Apr 5; [forthcoming] Abstract

Gaudreau JD, Gagnon P, Roy MA, et al.
Opioid medications and longitudinal risk of delirium in hospitalized cancer patients.
Cancer. 2007 Apr 27; [forthcoming] Abstract

Goldberg GR, Morrison RS.
Pain management in hospitalized cancer patients: a systematic review.
Journal of clinical oncology. 2007 May 1;25(13):1792-801. Abstract

Macleod AD.
Terminal care - pain relief in advanced cancer.
ANZ journal of surgery. 2007 May;77 Suppl 1:A60. Abstract

[No authors listed]
Management of cancer pain: ESMO Clinical Recommendations.
Annals of oncology. 2007 May;18 Suppl 2:ii92-ii94. [No abstract available] 

[No authors listed]
Management of cancer pain with complementary therapies.
Oncology (Williston Park, N.Y.) 2007 Apr;21(4 Suppl):10-22; discussion 22. Abstract

Meghani SH, Keane A.
Preference for analgesic treatment for cancer pain among African Americans.
Journal of pain and symptom management. 2007 May 24; [forthcoming] Abstract

Mystakidou K, Parpa E, Tsilika E, et al.
Sleep quality in advanced cancer patients.
Journal of psychosomatic research. 2007 May;62(5):527-33. Abstract

Rodin G, Zimmermann C, Rydall A, et al.
The desire for hastened death in patients with metastatic cancer.
Journal of pain and symptom management. 2007 Jun;33(6):661-675. Abstract

Cannabinoids

Ecklund CR, Ellias MA.
Marijuana use in chronic pain patients.
The Clinical journal of pain. 2007 Jun;23(5):466. [No abstract available] 

Complementary Therapies See Also: [Back Pain/ Skillgate/ Woodburn, Cancer Pain/no author, Fibromyalgia/ Massey, Musculoskeletal Diseases/Artus/Schüller, Patient Satisfaction/Hawk]

Denner SS.
The advanced practice nurse and integration of complementary and alternative medicine: emerging policy issues.
Holistic nursing practice. 2007 May-Jun;21(3):152-9. Abstract

Fleming S, Rabago DP, Mundt MP, et al.
CAM therapies among primary care patients using opioid therapy for chronic pain.
BMC complementary and alternative medicine. 2007 May 16;7(1):15. Abstract

Grzywacz JG, Suerken CK, Neiberg RH, et al.
Age, ethnicity, and use of complementary and alternative medicine in health self-management.
Journal of health and social behavior. 2007 Mar;48(1):84-98. Abstract

Complex Regional Pain Syndromes [See Also: Nervous System Diseases]

de Klaver MJ, van Rijn MA, Marinus J, et al.
Hyperacusis in patients with complex regional pain syndrome related dystonia.
Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry. 2007 Apr 30; [forthcoming] Abstract

Eisenberg E, Geller R, Brill S.
Pharmacotherapy options for complex regional pain syndrome.
Expert review of neurotherapeutics. 2007 May;7(5):521-31. Abstract

Lewis JS, Kersten P, McCabe CS, et al.
Body perception disturbance: a contribution to pain in complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
Pain. 2007 May 15; [forthcoming] Abstract

Minatohara K.
Complex regional pain syndrome I (reflex sympathetic dystrophy) associated with a superficial hand burn from a fan heater.
The Journal of dermatology. 2007 Jun;34(6):413-5. [No abstract available] 

Schott GD.
Complex? Regional? Pain? Syndrome?
Practical neurology. 2007 Jun;7(3):145-57. [No abstract available] 

Schott GD.
Peripherally-triggered CRPS and dystonia.
Pain. 2007 May 17; [forthcoming] [No abstract available] 

Schurmann M, Zaspel J, Lohr P, et al.
Imaging in early posttraumatic complex regional pain syndrome: a comparison of diagnostic methods.
The Clinical journal of pain. 2007 Jun;23(5):449-457. Abstract

van Rijn MA, Marinus J, Putter H, et al.
Onset and progression of dystonia in complex regional pain syndrome.
Pain. 2007 May 11; [forthcoming] Abstract

Vladimir Tichelaar YI, Geertzen JH, Keizer D, et al.
Mirror box therapy added to cognitive behavioural therapy in three chronic complex regional pain syndrome type I patients: a pilot study.
International journal of rehabilitation research. Internationale Zeitschrift für Rehabilitationsforschung. Revue internationale de recherches de réadaptation. 2007 Jun;30(2):181-8. Abstract

Vorobeychik Y, Giampetro DM.
Topical lidocaine and epidural bupivacaine/hydromorphone in the treatment of complex regional pain syndrome type 2.
Pain physician. 2007 May;10(3):513-4. [No abstract available] 

Digestive System Diseases

Dorn SD Md, Palsson OS Phd, Thiwan SI Md, et al.
Increased colonic pain sensitivity in irritable bowel syndrome is the result of an increased tendency to report pain rather than increased neurosensory sensitivity.
Gut. 2007 May 4; [forthcoming] Abstract

Drossman D, Morris CB, Hu Y, et al.
Characterization of health related quality of life (HRQOL) for patients with functional bowel disorder (FBD) and its response to treatment.
The American journal of gastroenterology. 2007 May 17; [forthcoming] Abstract

Spiller R, Aziz Q, Creed F, et al.
Guidelines for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.
Gut. 2007 May 8; [forthcoming] Abstract

Dyspareunia

Fisher KA.
Management of dyspareunia and associated levator ani muscle overactivity.
Physical therapy. 2007 May 1; [forthcoming] Abstract

Education, Medical [See Also: Palliative Care/ Adriaansen]

Atallah J, Fahy BG, Gibson T, et al.
Pain simulator can improve the training of residents and pain fellows in performing pain management procedures.
Pain physician. 2007 May;10(3):511-2. [No abstract available] 

Linkewich B, Sevean P, Habjan S, et al.
Educating for tomorrow: enhancing nurses' pain management knowledge.
The Canadian nurse. 2007 Apr;103(4):24-8. Abstract

Wilson B.
Nurses' knowledge of pain.
Journal of clinical nursing. 2007 Jun;16(6):1012-20. Abstract

Zanolin ME, Visentin M, Trentin L, et al.
A questionnaire to evaluate the knowledge and attitudes of health care providers on pain.
Journal of pain and symptom management. 2007 Jun;33(6):727-736. Abstract

Endometriosis [See Also: Pelvic Pain/Strzempko]

Sinaii N, Plumb K, Cotton L, et al.
Differences in characteristics among 1,000 women with endometriosis based on extent of disease.
Fertility and sterility. 2007 May 9; [forthcoming] Abstract

Facial Pain [See Also: Headache Disorders/Teepker]

Benoliel R, Epstein J, Eliav E, et al.
Orofacial pain in cancer: part I--mechanisms.
Journal of dental research. 2007 Jun;86(6):491-505. Abstract

Bussone G, Franzini A, Proietti Cecchini A, et al.
Deep brain stimulation in craniofacial pain: seven years' experience.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S146-9. Abstract

Diogenes A, Akopian AN, Hargreaves KM.
NGF up-regulates TRPA1: implications for orofacial pain.
Journal of dental research. 2007 Jun;86(6):550-5. Abstract

Epstein JB, Elad S, Eliav E, et al.
Orofacial pain in cancer: part II--clinical perspectives and management.
Journal of dental research. 2007 Jun;86(6):506-18. Abstract

Ettlin D, Galli U, Palla S.
The Interdiscipilinary Orofacial Pain Service at the Center for Dental and Oral Medicine and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Zurich, Switzerland. [Article in French, German]
Schweizer Monatsschrift für Zahnmedizin. 2007;117(4):393-408. Abstract

Krishnan V.
Orthodontic pain: from causes to management--a review.
European journal of orthodontics. 2007 Apr;29(2):170-9. Abstract

Zakrzewska JM.
Diagnosis and management of non-dental orofacial pain.
Dental update. 2007 Apr;34(3):134-6, 138-9. Abstract

Fasciitis, Plantar [See Also: Foot physiopathology/ Irving]

Alshami AM, Babri AS, Souvlis T, et al.
Biomechanical evaluation of two clinical tests for plantar heel pain: the dorsiflexion-eversion test for tarsal tunnel syndrome and the windlass test for plantar fasciitis.
Foot & ankle international. 2007 Apr;28(4):499-505. Abstract

Fibromyalgia [See Also: Musculoskeletal Diseases Sleep/Hamilton]

Abeles AM, Pillinger MH, Solitar BM, et al.
Narrative review: the pathophysiology of fibromyalgia.
Annals of internal medicine. 2007 May 15;146(10):726-34. Abstract

Aloush V, Ablin JN, Reitblat T, et al.
Fibromyalgia in women with ankylosing spondylitis.
Rheumatology international. 2007 May 3; [forthcoming] Abstract

Cook DB, Stegner AJ, McLoughlin MJ.
Imaging pain of fibromyalgia.
Current pain and headache reports. 2007 Jun;11(3):190-200. Abstract

Fioravanti A, Perpignano G, Tirri G, et al.
Effects of mud-bath treatment on fibromyalgia patients: a randomized clinical trial.
Rheumatology international. 2007 May 23; [forthcoming] Abstract

Furst G.
Fibromyalgia--a challenge for interdisciplinary management. [Article in German]
Wiener medizinische Wochenschrift (1946). 2007 Jan;157(1-2):27-33. Abstract

Hornbuckle L, Kingsley JD, Wilson J, et al.
Effects of strength training and chiropractic therapy on functionality in women with fibromyalgia:
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S294-5. [No abstract available] 

Jones CJ, Rutledge DN, Rooks DS, et al.
Physical function level of women with fibromyalgia. An internet survey
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S243. [No abstract available] 

Maquet D, Demoulin C, Croisier JL, et al.
Benefits of physical training in fibromyalgia and related syndromes.
Annales de réadaptation et de médecine physique. 2007 Apr 13; [forthcoming] Abstract

Massey PB.
Reduction of fibromyalgia symptoms through intravenous nutrient therapy: results of a pilot clinical trial.
Alternative therapies in health and medicine. 2007 May-Jun;13(3):32-4. Abstract

Newlin MK, Kingsley JD, McMillan VM, et al.
Effects of body mass index on measured and perceived functionality in women with fibromyalgia
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S415. [No abstract available] 

Patkar AA, Masand PS, Krulewicz S, et al.
A randomized, controlled, trial of controlled release paroxetine in fibromyalgia.
The American journal of medicine. 2007 May;120(5):448-54. Abstract

Salvetti G, Manfredini D, Bazzichi L, et al.
Clinical features of the stomatognathic involvement in fibromyalgia syndrome: a comparison with temporomandibular disorders patients.
Cranio. 2007 Apr;25(2):127-33. Abstract

Thieme K, Turk DC, Flor H.
Responder criteria for operant and cognitive-behavioral treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome.
Arthritis and rheumatism. 2007 May 25;57(5):830-836. [forthcoming] Abstract

Wood PB, Holman AJ, Jones KD.
Novel pharmacotherapy for fibromyalgia.
Expert opinion on investigational drugs. 2007 Jun;16(6):829-41. Abstract

Foot/physiopathology

Irving DB, Cook JL, Young MA, et al.
Obesity and pronated foot type may increase the risk of chronic plantar heel pain: a matched case-control study.
BMC musculoskeletal disorders. 2007 May 17;8(1):41. Abstract

Gene Therapy

Goss JR, Goins WF, Glorioso JC.
Gene therapy applications for the treatment of neuropathic pain.
Expert review of neurotherapeutics. 2007 May;7(5):487-506. Abstract

Mata M, Fink DJ.
Gene therapy for pain.
Anesthesiology. 2007 Jun;106(6):1079-1080. [No abstract available]

Headache Disorders [See Also: Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/ Svensson/ Liljestrom]

Andrasik F, Rime C.
Can behavioural therapy influence neuromodulation?
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S124-9. Abstract

Ashkenazi A, Levin M.
Greater occipital nerve block for migraine and other headaches: is it useful?
Current pain and headache reports. 2007 Jun;11(3):231-5. Abstract

Bahra A.
Headache and migraine.
British journal of hospital medicine (London, England : 2005). 2007 Apr;68(4):195-200. Abstract

Baskin SM.
Managing the "difficult" headache patient.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S78-83. Abstract

Beghi E, Allais G, Cortelli P, et al.
Headache and anxiety-depressive disorder comorbidity: the HADAS study.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S217-9. Abstract

Bigal ME, Lipton RB, Holland PR, et al.
Obesity, migraine, and chronic migraine: possible mechanisms of interaction.
Neurology. 2007 May 22;68(21):1851-61. Abstract

Charles JA.
Early treatment of juvenile migraine reduces disability with disease modification implications.
The journal of headache and pain. 2007 Apr;8(2):139-40 [No abstract available] 

Cole JC, Lin P, Rupnow MF.
Validation of the Migraine-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire version 2.1 (MSQ v. 2.1) for patients undergoing prophylactic migraine treatment.
Quality of life research. 2007 Apr 28; [forthcoming] Abstract

Cutrer FM, Huerter K.
Migraine aura.
The neurologist. 2007 May;13(3):118-25. Abstract

D'Amico D.
Antiepileptic drugs in the prophylaxis of migraine, chronic headache forms and cluster headache: a review of their efficacy and tolerability.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S188-97. Abstract

Devine J, Hadsall R, Cline R, et al.
Effect of daily migraine prevention on health care utilisation in an insured patient population.
The journal of headache and pain. 2007 Apr;8(2):105-13. Abstract

Diener HC, Kurth T, Dodick D.
Patent foramen ovale and migraine.
Current pain and headache reports. 2007 Jun;11(3):236-40. Abstract

Diener HC, Kurth T, Dodick D.
Patent foramen ovale, stroke, and cardiovascular disease in migraine.
Current opinion in neurology. 2007 Jun;20(3):310-319. Abstract

d'Onofrio F, Cologno D, Petretta V, et al.
Basilar-type migraine responsive to lamotrigine: three case reports.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S239-41. Abstract

Eggers SD.
Migraine-related vertigo: diagnosis and treatment.
Current pain and headache reports. 2007 Jun;11(3):217-26. Abstract

Elliott DG.
Migraine in multiple sclerosis.
International review of neurobiology. 2007;79:281-302. Abstract

Fernandez-de-Las-Penas C, Cuadrado ML, Pareja JA.
Myofascial trigger points, neck mobility, and forward head posture in episodic tension-type headache.
Headache. 2007 May;47(5):662-72. Abstract

Frediani F, Villani V.
Migraine and depression.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S161-5. Abstract

Freitag FG.
Botulinum toxin type A in chronic migraine.
Expert review of neurotherapeutics. 2007 May;7(5):463-70. Abstract

Giraud P, Valade D, Lanteri-Minet M, et al.
Is migraine with cranial nerve palsy an ophthalmoplegic migraine?
The journal of headache and pain. 2007 Apr;8(2):119-22. Abstract

Grazzi L, Usai S, Bussone G.
Chronic headaches: pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S134-7. Abstract

John PJ, Sharma N, Sharma CM, et al.
Effectiveness of yoga therapy in the treatment of migraine without aura: a randomized controlled trial.
Headache. 2007 May;47(5):654-61. Abstract

Lainez JM, Castillo J, Gonzalez VM, et al.
Recommendations guide for the treatment of migraine in the clinical practice. [Article in Spanish]
Revista clínica española. 2007 Apr;207(4):190-3. Abstract

Larner AJ.
Migraine with aura and restless legs syndrome.
The journal of headache and pain. 2007 Apr;8(2):141-2. [No abstract available] 

Lay CL, Broner SW.
Preventative treatment of menstrual migraine.
Current pain and headache reports. 2007 Jun;11(3):227-30. Abstract

Liboni W, Molinari F, Allais G, et al.
Why do we need NIRS in migraine?
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S222-4. Abstract

Liljestrom MR, Aromaa M, Bell YL, et al.
Familial occurrence of signs of temporomandibular disorders in headache children and their mothers.
Acta odontologica Scandinavica. 2007 Jun;65(3):134-40. Abstract

Lovati C, D'Amico D, Rosa S, et al.
Allodynia in different forms of migraine.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S220-1. Abstract

Maggioni F, Ruffatti S, Viaro F, et al.
A case of posterior scleritis: differential diagnosis of ocular pain.
The journal of headache and pain. 2007 Apr;8(2):123-6. Abstract

Manzoni GC, Torelli P.
The patient-physician relationship in the approach to therapeutic management.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S130-3. Abstract

May A, Matharu M.
New insights into migraine: application of functional and structural imaging.
Current opinion in neurology. 2007 Jun;20(3):306-9. Abstract

Melvin EA Jr, Jordan FR, Weiner RL, et al.
Using peripheral stimulation to reduce the pain of c2-mediated occipital headaches: a preliminary report.
Pain physician. 2007 May;10(3):453-60. Abstract

Montagna P.
Recent advances in the pharmacogenomics of pain and headache.
Abstract

Moschiano F, D'Amico D, Di Stefano M, et al.
The role of the clinician in interpreting conventional neuroimaging findings in migraine patients.
Neurological sciences. 2007 May;28 Suppl 2:S114-7. Abstract

Ng-Mak DS, Cady R, Chen YT, et al.
Can migraineurs accurately identify their headaches as "migraine" at attack onset?
Headache. 2007 May;47(5):645-53. Abstract

Palermo TM, Putnam J, Armstrong G, et al.
Adolescent autonomy and family functioning are associated with headache-related disability.
The Clinical journal of pain. 2007 Jun;23(5):458-465. Abstract

Rose KM, Wong TY, Carson AP, et al.
Migraine and retinal microvascular abnormalities: the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study.
Neurology. 2007 May 15;68(20):1694-700. Abstract

Sethi PK, Sethi NK, Torgovnick J.
Red forehead dot syndrome and migraine.
The journal of headache and pain. 2007 Apr;8(2):135-6. [No abstract available] 

Silberstein SD, Cady RK, Sheftell FD, et al.
Efficacy of eletriptan in migraine-related functional impairment: functional and work productivity outcomes.
Headache. 2007 May;47(5):673-82. Abstract

Smith T, Blumenthal H, Diamond M, et al.
Sumatriptan/Naproxen sodium for migraine: efficacy, health related quality of life, and satisfaction outcomes.
Headache. 2007 May;47(5):683-92. Abstract

Teepker M, Schepelmann K.
Etiology and diagnostics of headaches and facial pain from the neurological point of view. [Article in German]
HNO. 2007 May 8; [forthcoming] Abstract

Teixeira MJ, Fonoff ET, Montenegro MC.
Dorsal root entry zone lesions for treatment of pain-related to radiation-induced plexopathy.
Spine. 2007 May 1;32(10):E316-E319. Abstract

Tfelt-Hansen P.
Acute pharmacotherapy of migraine, tension-type headache, and cluster headache.
The journal of headache and pain. 2007 Apr;8(2):127-34. Abstract

Visser LH, Smidt MH, Lee ML.
High-resolution sonography versus EMG in the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry. 2007 Apr 30; [forthcoming] Abstract

Wang SJ, Juang KD, Fuh JL, et al.
Psychiatric comorbidity and suicide risk in adolescents with chronic daily headache.
Neurology. 2007 May 1;68(18):1468-73. Abstract

Health Care Surveys

Von Korff M, Lin EH, Fenton JJ, et al.
Frequency and priority of pain patients' health care use.
The Clinical journal of pain. 2007 Jun;23(5):400-408. Abstract

Hip Injuries

Philippon MJ, Maxwell RB, Johnston TL, et al.
Clinical presentation of femoroacetabular impingement.
Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy. 2007 May 12; [forthcoming] Abstract

HIV

Basu S, Bruce RD, Barry DT, et al.
Pharmacological pain control for human immunodeficiency virus-infected adults with a history of drug dependence.
Journal of substance abuse treatment. 2007 Jun;32(4):399-409. Abstract

Knee Pain: [See: Musculoskeletal Diseases]

Franceschi F, Longo UG, Ruzzini L, et al.
Dislocation of an enlarged fabella as uncommon cause of knee pain. A case report.
The Knee. 2007 May 7; [forthcoming] Abstract

Herrington L, Al-Sherhi A.
A controlled trial of weight-bearing versus non-weight-bearing exercises for knee pain
The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy. 2007 Apr;37(4):155-60. Abstract

Hinman RS, Crossley KM.
Enhanced pharmacy review and community physiotherapy for knee pain in elderly patients.
Nature clinical practice. Rheumatology. 2007 May 8; [forthcoming] [No abstract available] 

Hunter DJ, Zhang YQ, Niu JB, et al.
Patella malalignment, pain and patellofemoral progression: the Health ABC Study.
Osteoarthritis and cartilage / OARS, Osteoarthritis Research Society. 2007 May 12; [forthcoming] Abstract

Selfe J, Richards J, Thewlis D, et al.
The biomechanics of step descent under different treatment modalities used in patellofemoral pain.
Gait & posture. 2007 May 25; [forthcoming] Abstract

Vaisto O, Toivanen J, Kannus P, et al.
Anterior knee pain and thigh muscle strength after intramedullary nailing of a tibial shaft fracture: an 8-year follow-up of 28 consecutive cases.
Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 2007 Mar;21(3):165-171. Abstract

Wallace DA, Pavol MJ, Harter RA.
Efficacy of lateral wedge orthotics during level walking in patients with medial knee osteoarthritis
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S4-S5.[No abstract available] 

Menstruation Disturbances

Castelo-Branco C, Casals G, Haya J, et al.
Efficacy and safety of Ibuprofen arginine in the treatment of primary dysmenorrhoea.
Clinical drug investigation. 2004;24(7):385-93. Abstract

Mental Disorders

Avery DH, Holtzheimer PE 3rd, Fawaz W, et al.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation reduces pain in patients with major depression: a sham-controlled study.
The Journal of nervous and mental disease. 2007 May;195(5):378-381. Abstract

Fach M, Bischof G, Schmidt C, et al.
Prevalence of dependence on prescription drugs and associated mental disorders in a representative sample of general hospital patients.
General hospital psychiatry. 2007 May-Jun;29(3):257-63. Abstract

Shega J, Emanuel L, Vargish L, et al.
Pain in persons with dementia: complex, common, and challenging.
The journal of pain. 2007 May;8(5):373-8. [No abstract available]

Musculoskeletal Diseases [See Also: Arthritis, Fasciitis Plantar, Fibromyalgia/Aloush ,Neck Pain ,Shoulder Pain ,Temporomandibular Joint Disorders ,Upper Extremity/pain

Artus M, Croft P, Lewis M.
The use of CAM and conventional treatment among primary care consulters with chronic musculoskeletal pain.
BMC family practice. 2007 May 4;8(1):26. Abstract

Carnes D, Parsons S, Ashby D, et al.
Chronic musculoskeletal pain rarely presents in a single body site: results from a UK population study.
Rheumatology (Oxford, England). 2007 May 7; [forthcoming] Abstract

Coutu MF, Durand MJ, Loisel P, et al.
Level of distress among workers undergoing work rehabilitation for musculoskeletal disorders.
Journal of occupational rehabilitation. 2007 May 9; [forthcoming] Abstract

Hunter DG, Speed CA.
The assessment and management of chronic hamstring/posterior thigh pain.
Best practice & research. Clinical rheumatology. 2007 Apr;21(2):261-77. Abstract

Hutchings A, Hollywood J, Lamping DL, et al.
Clinical outcomes, quality of life, and diagnostic uncertainty in the first year of polymyalgia rheumatica.
Arthritis and rheumatism. 2007 May 25;57(5):803-809. [forthcoming] Abstract

Knobloch K, Spies M, Busch KH, et al.
Sclerosing therapy and eccentric training in flexor carpi radialis tendinopathy in a tennis player.
British journal of sports medicine. 2007 May 11; [forthcoming] Abstract

Kountouris A, Cook J.
Rehabilitation of Achilles and patellar tendinopathies.
Best practice & research. Clinical rheumatology. 2007 Apr;21(2):295-316. Abstract

Kryger AI, Lassen CF, Andersen JH.
The role of physical examination in studies of musculoskeletal disorders of the elbow.
Occupational and environmental medicine. 2007 May 23; [forthcoming] Abstract

Menzel NN.
Psychosocial factors in musculoskeletal disorders.
Critical care nursing clinics of North America. 2007 Jun;19(2):145-53. Abstract

Nicholson CW, Berlet GC, Lee TH.
Prediction of the success of nonoperative treatment of insertional achilles tendinosis based on MRI.
Foot & ankle international. 2007 Apr;28(4):472-7. Abstract

Orozco FR, Ong A, Rothman RH.
The role of minimally invasive hip surgery in reducing pain.
Instructional course lectures. 2007;56:121-4. Abstract

Plut TW, Collina SJ, Zurbach JM, et al.
Hip and knee pain-skateboarder:
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S146. [No abstract available] 

Schüller BK, Neugebauer EA.
Evidence for laser acupuncture in cases of orthopedic diseases : a systematic review. [Article in German]
Schmerz (Berlin, Germany). 2007 May 26; [forthcoming] Abstract

Wang YT, Taylor L, Chang LS, et al.
Effects of seated tai chi exercise on joint pain and range-of-motion among older adults:
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S254. [No abstract available]

Weiner DS, Morscher M, Dicintio MS.
Calcaneal apophysitis: simple diagnosis, simpler treatment.
The Journal of family practice. 2007 May;56(5):352-5. Abstract

Wijnhoven HA, de Vet HC, Picavet HS.
Sex differences in consequences of musculoskeletal pain.
Spine. 2007 May 20;32(12):1360-1367. Abstract

Williams CC, Kouchoukos N.
Chronic leg pain
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S137-8. [No abstract available] 

Yazdani A, Rankin GW.
Chronic wrist pain - rock climbing
Medicine and science in sports and exercise. 2007 May;39(5 Suppl):S113. [No abstract available] 

Music Therapy

Groen KM.
Pain assessment and management in end of life care: a survey of assessment and treatment practices of hospice music therapy and nursing professionals.
Journal of music therapy. 2007 Summer;44(2):90-112. Abstract

Roy M, Peretz I, Rainville P.
Emotional valence contributes to music-induced analgesia.
Pain. 2007 May 24; [forthcoming] Abstract

Myofascial Pain Syndromes

Cummings M, Baldry P.
Regional myofascial pain: diagnosis and management.
Best practice & research. Clinical rheumatology. 2007 Apr;21(2):367-87. Abstract

Niddam DM, Chan RC, Lee SH, et al.
Central modulation of pain evoked from myofascial trigger point.
The Clinical journal of pain. 2007 Jun;23(5):440-448. Abstract

Neck Pain [See Also: Back Pain/ Grooten/Skillgate/Woodburn, Musculoskeletal Diseases]

Fernandez-de-Las-Penas C, Palomeque-Del-Cerro L, Rodriguez-Blanco C, et al.
Changes in neck pain and active range of motion after a single thoracic spine manipulation in subjects presenting with mechanical neck pain: a case series.
Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics. 2007 May;30(4):312-20. Abstract

Gay RE, Madson TJ, Cieslak KR.
Comparison of the Neck Disability Index and the Neck Bournemouth Questionnaire in a sample of patients with chronic uncomplicated neck pain.
Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics. 2007 May;30(4):259-62. Abstract

Tella P, Stojanovic M.
Novel therapies for chronic cervical radicular pain: does pulsed radiofrequency have a role? [Comment]
Expert review of neurotherapeutics. 2007 May;7(5):471-2. [No abstract available]

Ylinen J, Hakkinen A, Nykanen M, et al.
Neck muscle training in the treatment of chronic neck pain: a three-year follow-up study.
Europa medicophysica. 2007 May 28; [forthcoming] Abstract

Nervous System Diseases [See Also: Complex Regional Pain Syndromes, Gene Therapy/ Goss, Trigeminal Neuralgia]

Abrahams MJ.
Neuropathic pain in soft tissue complaints.
Best practice & research. Clinical rheumatology. 2007 Apr;21(2):223-44. Abstract

Acland RH.
The current medical management of neuropathic pain.
ANZ journal of surgery. 2007 May;77 Suppl 1:A35. Abstract

Baliki MN, Geha PY, Apkarian AV.
Spontaneous pain and brain activity in neuropathic pain: functional MRI and pharmacologic functional MRI studies.
Current pain and headache reports. 2007 Jun;11(3):171-7. Abstract

Bermejo PE, Cruz A.
Painful legs and moving toes syndrome.
Revista clínica española