Industry News
Alpharma Announces Support of Real-Time National Prescription Drug Surveillance System
February 28, 2007
Alpharma Inc. , a leading global specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced its support of the National Addictions Vigilance Intervention and Prevention Program (NAVIPPRO). Story
Growing Neuromodulation Market Shows Staying Power
February 27, 2007
Neuromodulation therapies are changing the way chronic diseases are treated, according to a panel of experts. These implantable devices are now being used for treatment of chronic pain, spasticity, and movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease. Story
Symbollon Pharmaceuticals Launches MyBreastPain.com Web Site
February 21, 2007
Symbollon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) announced the launch of a new web site, www.MyBreastPain.com, to increase awareness of breast pain and tenderness associated with fibrocystic breast disease. Story
Cherry Power: Scientists Have Proven the Old Wive's Tales About Cherries to be Quite True
February 21, 2007
You may want to learn and fast as this delightful food has recently emerged as one of nature's most powerful new antioxidant superfruits. Everything from cancerfighting properties to aid for those suffering from arthritis and gout, not to mention a natural melatonin to help you sleep, is available in this bright, tiny ball of tart flavour. Story
Do-It-Yourself Spinal Stretch Offers Relief From Lower Back Pain; Portable Therapeutic Belt Uses Body's Resistance to Strengthen Muscles
February 21, 2007
A portable, self-help therapeutic belt uses the body's own resistance to strengthen core muscles and relieve back pain, according to its inventor. Story
Raising Physician and Patient Awareness Critical to Pushing Uptake of Pain Management Devices
February 21, 2007
Having overcome its initial inertia, the market for pain management devices is set to boom in the next decade. Rising awareness among physicians and patients about their benefits coupled with increased realization about the undesired side affects produced by oral painkillers are promoting the uptake of pain management devices. Story
Jude Medical Announces FDA Clearance of Spinal Cord Stimulation Leads for Patients with Low Back Pain
February 15, 2007
St. Jude Medical, Inc. announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance of two spinal cord stimulation tripolar paddle leads for use with the Renew® Neurostimulation System. With three columns of electrodes, these leads allow physicians more programming options to address complex pain patterns. Story
New Instrument Developed to Measure Impact of Migraine on Patients' Lives When They Are Not Experiencing an Attack
February 14, 2007
According to new data presented today at the National Headache Foundation's Fourth Annual Headache Research Summit, the newly developed Migraine Interictal Burden Scale (MIBS) is the first tool designed to measure the interictal burden that may be associated with migraine. Story
LifeNet Unveils New Biomedical Spine Implant
February13, 2007
LifeNet, a leading biomedical engineering agency, unveils the VertiGraft VG2(R) TLIF Spine Specialty Allograft. This product is available for lumbar fusion surgery to treat lower back pain. Story
Integra LifeSciences Announces the Launch of the Mid and Hind Foot Plating Systems
February 13, 2007
Integra's Hind Foot Plating System gives the surgeon one more option in treating patients with severe pain and deformity of the ankle and hind foot. Story
Everlast Worldwide Inc. Signs License with Bossong Mills to Launch New Pain Relief Bands
February 13, 2007
Everlast® Worldwide Inc.to launch the "Everlast Pain Manager," a graduated compression band for joint pain. This active therapy works with a unique knit of fabrics that massage the affected areas while helping to improve blood circulation for more rapid healing. Story
Next Pharmaceuticals Study Shows Citrofen Eases Joint Pain and Lowers Weight
February 12, 2007
Next Pharmaceuticals announced today the results of a clinical study on their new patented ingredient Citrofen™ that demonstrated the new patented formulation cuts stiffness in half for participants who had knee osteoarthritis and it boosted comfort and mobility by up to fifty percent. Story
Clinical Trial Finds Herbal Supplement Effectively Relieves Arthritis Pain
February 12, 2007
A new randomized, placebo-controlled human clinical trial found that Arthri-Zen Relief®, an herbal supplement manufactured by RZN Nutraceuticals, completely relieved arthritis pain in 100% of subjects within 14 days. Story
Advanced Bio-Surfaces Reports Over 125 Successful Implants of the OrthoGlide(TM) Medial Knee Implant
February 12, 2007
Innovative knee product is providing intended patient population with real pain relief.
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Alpharma Data Demonstrates Alcohol Does Not Significantly Affect Pharmacokinetics of KADIAN(R) Capsules
February 9, 2007
Alpharma Inc. presented results of a Phase IV study of KADIAN® (morphine sulfate extended-release) Capsules that demonstrates the pharmacokinetics of the long-acting opioid are not significantly affected by the consumption of alcohol. Story
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