ArthritisCentral News and Views #14 -- 06/15/05

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DATE : Wed, 15 Jun 2005 15:00:00 -0500
Entered in Database : 2005-06-15 20:00:00
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• A review of a recent report on the prevalence and treatment of pain in the U.S.
  
• The role of acupuncture in the treatment of pain and the philosophical theory of why it's supposed to work.
  
• Commentary about recent research using acupuncture for low back pain, as well as knee pain in osteoarthritis.
  
• Alternative approaches to control pain including massage, exercise, laughter, and adequate sleep are discussed.
  
• The power of prayer in combatting rheumatic conditions and controversial viewpoints about why this may work.
  
• Racial differences in coping with pain and suffering, with different religious interpretations and perceptions of pain.
  
• Combining prayer with other "standard" forms of treatment.
  
• Issues involved with direct-to-consumer advertising by pharmaceutical companies. Are they really capable of policing themselves even if it is financially detrimental to them?
  
• The role of exercise in fighting depression is highlighted. The length and frequency of exercise seem to be important factors.
  
• Negative aspects of commonly used anti-depressant medications need to be considered by patients versus the absence of these with plain exercise.
  
• Information on how to get started with our aquatics program or our new 15 minute home exercise program.
  

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