Without a defined standard of care for tapering GLP-1 medications, physicians must navigate patient management amid insurer restrictions and high discontinuation rates
Patients undergoing shoulder arthroplasty for rheumatoid arthritis show significant pain and function improvement, and data suggest emotional status may influence recovery dynamics over time.
A Swedish study found that patients with knee or hip osteoarthritis who became unwilling to have joint replacement after a 3-month education and exercise program were significantly less likely to undergo surgery over the next several years.
Individuals who reported a neutral level of satisfaction with their sense of belonging were approximately 3 times more likely to express an intent to leave, while those who were dissatisfied were 7 times more likely to do so, compared to individuals who were satisfied with their sense of belonging.
A new review comparing knee implant methods in obese patients finds cementless fixation may improve implant survival and reduce loosening compared with cemented approaches, especially in patients with BMI ≥35 kg/m².