Endoscopic Versus Open Procedures for Carpal Tunnel Release Endoscopic Versus Open Procedures for Carpal Tunnel Release
When deciding between the two procedures for carpal tunnel release, is it just a matter of cost? What other factors should be considered?Medscape Orthopedics (Source: Medscape Orthopaedics Headlines)
Source: Medscape Orthopaedics Headlines - December 14, 2017 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Orthopaedics Article Source Type: news
Pavmed files FDA 510(k) for CarpX carpal tunnel device
Pavmed (NSDQ:PAVM) said today it filed a 510(k) application with the FDA for its CarpX minimally invasive device designed to treat carpal tunnel syndrome.
The CarpX is a percutaneous device designed to allow the operating physician to relieve compression of the median nerve without a surgical incision. The system combines a balloon catheter with bipolar radio-frequency cutting electrodes and is positioned through guidance with ultrasound, the company said.
“I have had the opportunity to use Pavmed’s highly innovative CarpX device in pre-submission testing and am very impressed with its performance. As a busy hand ...
Source: Mass Device - November 28, 2017 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Fink Densford Tags: 510(k) Food & Drug Administration (FDA) Pain Management Regulatory/Compliance Pavmed Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: Symptoms, solutions for carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that creates numbness and tingling in your palm from the thumb to ring fingers. It occurs when a nerve on the palm side of the hand is compressed or irritated in some way. Often, a combination of risk factors contributes to the development of the condition, which tends to [...] (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - September 25, 2017 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ
Title: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Quiz: Test Your Medical IQCategory: MedicineNet QuizCreated: 4/25/2012 3:49:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 9/20/2017 12:28:07 PM (Source: MedicineNet Chronic Pain General)
Source: MedicineNet Chronic Pain General - September 20, 2017 Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: news
How employers can improve the ergonomic health of their office and cube dwellers
Dry eyes, sore muscles and fatigue are all symptoms of prolonged computer use. Sometimes ignoring the aches and pains can result in the development of chronic conditions such as:
Carpal tunnel syndrome (injury to nerves in the wrist) Tendinitis (swelling of the tendons) in the wrist or elbow Tenosynovitis (swelling of the sheath around a tendon)
Often the solution is to fit the workstation to each worker’s personal needs, paying close attention to posture.
Here are som e tips for how an employer… (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Pharmaceuticals headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Pharmaceuticals headlines - August 29, 2017 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Judie Smithers Source Type: news
How employers can improve the ergonomic health of their office and cube dwellers
Dry eyes, sore muscles and fatigue are all symptoms of prolonged computer use. Sometimes ignoring the aches and pains can result in the development of chronic conditions such as:
Carpal tunnel syndrome (injury to nerves in the wrist) Tendinitis (swelling of the tendons) in the wrist or elbow Tenosynovitis (swelling of the sheath around a tendon)
Often the solution is to fit the workstation to each worker’s personal needs, paying close attention to posture.
Here are som e tips for how an employer… (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines - August 29, 2017 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Judie Smithers Source Type: news
Osteoarthritis vs. Carpal Tunnel: What's the Difference?
Title: Osteoarthritis vs. Carpal Tunnel: What's the Difference?Category: Doctor's& Expert's views on SymptomsCreated: 8/28/2017 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/28/2017 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General)
Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General - August 28, 2017 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: news
Plan Must Consider How Carpal Tunnel Affects Ability To Perform Own Occupation
CHICAGO - An Illinois federal judge on July 31 vacated and remanded a disability plan's denial of a long-term disability benefits claim after determining that the plan failed to consider how the claimant's carpal tunnel syndrome would affect her ability to perform the duties of her own occupation (Jodi Suson v. The PNC Financial Services Group Inc. and Affiliates Long Term Disability Plan, et al., No. 15-10817, N.D. Ill., 2017 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 119473). (Source: LexisNexis® Mealey's™ Disability Insurance Legal News)
Source: LexisNexis® Mealey's™ Disability Insurance Legal News - August 15, 2017 Category: Medical Law Source Type: news
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Here ' s what we chose for you from NEJM Group today:NEJM Resident 360: Clinical pearls: What are … (Source: Physician's First Watch current issue)
Source: Physician's First Watch current issue - August 9, 2017 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
New Medical Device Relieves Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Without Surgery or Drugs
CarpalAID is a clear patch worn on the palm of the hand, which lifts pressure off the median nerve and relieves pain due to CTS
LOS ANGELES, July 12, 2017 -- (Healthcare Sales & Marketing Network) -- CarpalAID is a revolutionary new product that reliev... Devices, Product Launch Carpal Aid, CarpalAID, carpal tunnel syndrome (Source: HSMN NewsFeed)
Source: HSMN NewsFeed - July 12, 2017 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Pavmed raises $5m in private placement
Pavmed (NSDQ:PAVMU) said today it closed a $5 million private placement through the sale of senior notes and Series S warrants.
Funding in the private placement came from Scopia Holdings, who elected Dr. David Battleman to New York-based Pavmed’s board of directors as part of the financing.
“I look forward to joining the PAVmed team as a member of its board of directors. I have spent my career evaluating and working with life sciences companies and could not be more impressed with the business model and product portfolio this world-class management team has built. I am particularly excited about the companyâ€...
Source: Mass Device - July 10, 2017 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Fink Densford Tags: Business/Financial News Pavmed Source Type: news
Is Your Smartphone Giving You Carpal Tunnel?
Maybe, especially for folks who spend more than 5 hours a day on their devices, study says (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - June 23, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Study: Smartphone use may bring on carpal tunnel syndrome
People who spend lots of time on their smartphones may be scrolling, tapping and swiping their way to carpal tunnel syndrome, a painful wrist and hand disorder. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - June 23, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Can Smartphone Use Bring on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Maybe, especially for folks who spend more than 5 hours a day on their devices, study says Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Source: MedlinePlus Health News)
Source: MedlinePlus Health News - June 23, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
