~March 2007

Lagniappe (A little something extra)

Dental Implant Keeps Tabs on Drug Intake
February 12, 2007
European scientists have introduced a dental prosthesis capable of dosing drugs, which they suggest could be a more convenient option than swallowing pills. Story

A Paws-Itive Connection: Phoebe, an English Springer Spaniel, is Helping Kaiser Chronic Pain Patients Deal With Their Aches
February 11, 2007
In her left hand, Holmes clutched a wooden cane. In her right, she held a short leash attached to Phoebe, an English springer spaniel that is a centerpiece of an outpatient Kaiser clinic for people with chronic pain. Story

American Academy of Pain Management is the nation's largest interdisciplinary organization serving clinicians who
treat people with pain through education, setting standards of care, and advocacy.
American Academy of Pain Management
13947 Mono Way #A • Sonora, CA 95370
www.aapainmanage.org