While the measurement of particulate matter (PM) with a diameter of less than 2.5 μm (PM2.5) has been conducted for personal exposure assessment, it remains unclear how models that integrate microenvironmental levels with resolved activity and location information predict personal exposure to PM. We comprehensively investigated PM2.5…[Read more]

Study objective The erector spinae plane block (ESPB) is a newly defined regional anesthesia technique first introduced in 2016. The aim of this study is to determine its analgesic efficacy compared with non-block care and thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB). Design We systematically searched PubMed, Web of Science citation index, Embase, the…[Read more]

There were five ongoing registered clinical trials of cannabis-based products in arthritis, the results of which are yet to be reported. Conclusions While animal models have identified possible endocannabinoid pathways in arthritis, there is no clear evidence of benefit in humans or comparative efficacy with current treatments. At this stage,…[Read more]

Radiotherapy is a key component in the multidisciplinary treatment of skin cancers, used in definitive management of selected nonmelanomatous skin cancers and as an adjunct treatment in high-risk cases. Understanding the role of radiotherapy in nonmelanoma skin cancers is increasingly important as their incidence continues to rise. This article…[Read more]

INTRODUCTION Behavioral economic purchase tasks are used to estimate the reinforcing value of drugs by asking participants how much they would purchase across a range of increasing prices. We sought to validate such a task for e-cigarettes in experienced users of advanced-generation, tank-style devices. METHODS Dual users of cigarettes and…[Read more]

Background An increasing number of studies are focusing on secondary hyperalgesia to better understand central sensitization, as this phenomenon may play an important role in persistent pain. Recent studies have shown that, compared to the classical high-frequency stimulation protocol (HFS) at 100 Hz, a protocol using 42 Hz stimulation induces a…[Read more]

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The purpose of this study was to investigate if spinal height increases using 3-dimensional (3-D) spinal position with and without manual distraction load and to assess the correlation between spine height changes and degrees of trunk rotation.

Fifty-six participants were randomly placed in one of two groups (1) 3-D spinal position…[Read more]