Sports injuries. Practical diagnostic and management concerns for primary care physicians.

Abstract:

:Both recreational and elite athletes often sustain musculoskeletal injuries. Common problems--muscle cramps, burners (or stingers), and ankle and shoulder injuries--can be managed effectively with certain basic techniques. Initial measures are particularly important in facilitating the injured athlete's rapid return to activity.

journal_name

Postgrad Med

journal_title

Postgraduate medicine

authors

Sellers RG

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

1992-08-03 00:00:00

pages

31-5; discussion 35-7

eissn

0032-5481

issn

1941-9260

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Spec No

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    abstract::Patients taking immunosuppressive drugs are susceptible to various forms of infection, including dermatologic disease. Recently, atypical manifestations of scabies have been reported in such patients. In the case reported here, a 26-year-old woman who had had a renal transplant and was taking immunosuppressive drugs h...

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    doi:10.1080/00325481.1985.11699070

    authors: Wolf R,Wolf D,Viskoper RJ,Sandbank M

    更新日期:1985-07-01 00:00:00

  • Pulmonary embolism. Clinical decision making to increase diagnostic accuracy.

    abstract::In this article, Drs Kerr and Yan describe four cases--two handled the wrong way and two the right way--to help you frame a set of criteria that will work for you in suspecting, testing for, diagnosing, and treating pulmonary embolism in ambulatory patients. In addition, Dr Kerr uses his legal expertise to provide sug...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1992.11701345

    authors: Kerr CP,Yan L

    更新日期:1992-05-15 00:00:00

  • Special aspects of primary care.

    abstract::Common dislocations that can usually be managed in the office include anterior dislocations of the shoulder, posterior dislocations of the elbow and joints of the fingers and toes, and lateral dislocations of the patella. A systematic approach based on an understanding of the mechanism of injury, roentgenographic docu...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1977.11714687

    authors: Huffer JM

    更新日期:1977-11-01 00:00:00

  • Lymphedema of the limb. An overview of treatment options.

    abstract::In developed countries, prevalence is increasing of malignancy-related secondary lymphedema, usually resulting from lymph node resection or irradiation. Untreated lymphedema usually increases over time, and the physical and psychological sequelae in even mild cases demand appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Patients ...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.3810/pgm.1998.10.450

    authors: Tunkel RS,Lachmann E

    更新日期:1998-10-01 00:00:00

  • Drug-induced jaundice. An uncommon but puzzling reaction.

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    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

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  • The aging face. Why changes occur, how to correct them.

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    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1984.11698794

    authors: Larrabee WF Jr,Caro I

    更新日期:1984-11-15 00:00:00

  • SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with type 2 diabetes and renal disease: overview of current evidence.

    abstract::Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a frequent complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and is associated with poor clinical outcomes, including an increased risk of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality, as well as adverse economic and social effects. Slowing the development and progression of CKD remains an unme...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

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    更新日期:2019-05-01 00:00:00

  • Is it asthma or COPD? The answer determines proper therapy for chronic airflow obstruction.

    abstract::Evaluation and diagnosis of obstructive lung disease call for careful history taking to distinguish asthma from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A history of atopy and intermittent, reactive symptoms points toward a diagnosis of asthma, whereas smoking and advanced age are more indicative of COPD. Clinica...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.3810/pgm.2005.03.1593

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    更新日期:2005-03-01 00:00:00

  • Decline in the prevalence of pandemic clones Spain23F-1 and Spain9V-3 among US fluoroquinolone-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae TRUST Surveillance isolates since 2001.

    abstract::Fluoroquinolone-resistant variants of pandemic clones Spain(23F)-1, Spain(6B)-2, Spain(9V)-3, and Spain(14)-5 have been seen in various regions of the United States and the world, leading to the speculation that fluoroquinolone resistance among US Streptococcus pneumoniae may increase because of clonal spread. Using l...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.3810/pgm.2008.09.suppl52.283

    authors: Davies TA,Yee YC,Goldschmidt R,Sahm DF,Evangelista AT

    更新日期:2008-09-01 00:00:00

  • The Medical Bookshelf.

    abstract::Books received are listed as space permits, and those of particular interest to our readers are reviewed. ...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1985.11699151

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  • Active surveillance of renal cortical neoplasms: a contemporary review.

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    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

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    更新日期:2011-01-01 00:00:00

  • Significance of serrated epithelial change in inflammatory bowel disease.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The clinical significance of hyperplastic polyp-like histologic changes in random biopsy samples ('serrated epithelial change' or SEC) from patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) remains uncertain, with some studies suggesting an increased risk of dysplasia and even carcinoma. Controlled studies are ...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.2020.1802138

    authors: Batts KP,Atwaibi M,Weinberg DI,McCabe RP

    更新日期:2021-01-01 00:00:00

  • Tailoring therapy to a stroke patient's potential.

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    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.3810/pgm.1998.08.552

    authors: Harvey RL

    更新日期:1998-08-01 00:00:00

  • Drug use in renal failure.

    abstract::The spectrum of interaction between drugs and the kidney is broad. Most drugs are excreted at least partially by the kidney, and renal function affects drug bioavailability, volume of drug distribution, and drug metabolism and rate of drug elimination. Drug therapy not only is potentially hazardous in patients with re...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

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    更新日期:1978-11-01 00:00:00

  • The aging process.

    abstract::Preview Although no one theory on aging explains satisfactorily why or how this process occurs, we know that aging causes physiologic changes and a progressive decline of functional organ reserve. The implications of these changes are increasingly important as the elderly segment of the population grows. In this artic...

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  • Effects of open-label lisdexamfetamine dimesylate on self-reported quality of life in adults with ADHD.

    abstract:OBJECTIVE:To assess improvements in quality of life measurements during the open-label portion of a trial examining duration of efficacy of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate in a simulated adult workplace environment. METHODS:A 4-week, open-label, dose-optimization phase followed by a randomized, double-blind, multicenter, ...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,多中心研究,随机对照试验

    doi:10.3810/pgm.2011.05.2288

    authors: Brams M,Giblin J,Gasior M,Gao J,Wigal T

    更新日期:2011-05-01 00:00:00

  • The management of acute hypertension in patients with renal dysfunction: labetalol or nicardipine?

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    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,多中心研究,随机对照试验

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    authors: Varon J,Soto-Ruiz KM,Baumann BM,Borczuk P,Cannon CM,Chandra A,Cline DM,Diercks DB,Hiestand B,Hsu A,Jois-Bilowich P,Kaminski B,Levy P,Nowak RM,Schrock JW,Peacock WF

    更新日期:2014-07-01 00:00:00

  • Advantages of extended-release metformin in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

    abstract::Metformin is a first-line pharmacological treatment for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus because of its favorable overall profile, including its glucose-lowering ability, weight-neutral effects, and low risk of hypoglycemia; however, gastrointestinal (GI) intolerance may limit use in some patients. Extended-rele...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.3810/pgm.2011.01.2241

    authors: Jabbour S,Ziring B

    更新日期:2011-01-01 00:00:00

  • Common eye disorders: six patients to treat, pitfalls to avoid.

    abstract::Primary care physicians have an important role in diagnosing and treating eye disorders--including dacryocystitis, blepharitis, and conjunctivitis--and in determining when ophthalmologic referral is needed. Fundus examination for diagnosis of glaucoma and diabetic eye complications should be a part of the routine exam...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:

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    更新日期:1996-04-01 00:00:00

  • The chronic pain syndrome: a physical and psychologic challenge.

    abstract::The chronic pain syndrome differs from chronic pain. The syndrome is a psychologic stress state that can produce physical-type illness, often with musculoskeletal manifestations. It tends to strike the "worried well," by nature hysterical, depressed, hypochondriacal, and dependent. Standard medical, surgical, and psyc...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1981.11715917

    authors: Florence DW

    更新日期:1981-11-01 00:00:00

  • Rocky Mountain spotted fever. When and why to consider the diagnosis.

    abstract::Rocky Mountain spotted fever, caused by a rickettsial organism transmitted by the bite of a tick, can be confused with many more common diseases. Diagnosis is made more challenging by the fact that treatment is most efficacious if begun before the second week of illness. Tetracycline and doxycycline are the most succe...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1990.11704599

    authors: Fischer JJ

    更新日期:1990-03-01 00:00:00

  • Peripheral neuropathy in patients with chronic renal failure. A treatable source of discomfort and disability.

    abstract::Uremic polyneuropathy occurs in about half of patients undergoing dialysis and is characterized by axonal degeneration with secondary segmental demyelination. Hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis halts the progress of polyneuropathy but usually does not bring improvement. However, improvement invariably occurs with suc...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.3810/pgm.1997.10.344

    authors: Pirzada NA,Morgenlander JC

    更新日期:1997-10-01 00:00:00

  • Splenomegaly in children. Identifying the cause.

    abstract::Splenomegaly is usually the result of systemic disease. The differential diagnosis can logically be subdivided into infectious, hematologic, metabolic, vascular, and neoplastic diseases which result in abnormalities of the lymphoid, reticuloendothelial, or vascular components of the spleen. Splenic enlargement increas...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1979.11715123

    authors: Odom LF,Tubergen DG

    更新日期:1979-04-01 00:00:00

  • Pain severity and healthcare resource utilization in patients with osteoarthritis in the United States.

    abstract:OBJECTIVE:To evaluate healthcare resource utilization (HCRU) by osteoarthritis (OA) pain severity. METHODS:Cross-sectional surveys of US physicians and their patients were conducted between February and May 2017. Using the Numeric Rating Scale, patients were classified by self-reported pain intensity in the last week ...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

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  • Leprosy in the United States. Risks, recognition, regimens, resources.

    abstract::Although leprosy is increasing in incidence in the United States, it is confined almost entirely to immigrants from developing countries and their close contacts. While the clinical disease has not changed, leprosy has diffused more widely throughout the United States as a result of migration. Primary care physicians ...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1985.11698955

    authors: Pust RE,Campos-Outcalt D

    更新日期:1985-04-01 00:00:00

  • Rheumatoid arthritis. Designing and implementing a treatment plan.

    abstract::Treating rheumatoid arthritis can be very satisfying when patients participate fully in designing and implementing their therapeutic strategy. However, the strategy's success depends on early intervention and disease modification. Many patients do well when education, rest, diet, exercise, and drug therapy are incorpo...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.3810/pgm.1998.02.314

    authors: Gremillion RB,van Vollenhoven RF

    更新日期:1998-02-01 00:00:00

  • Allergic rhinitis. A useful guide to diagnosis and treatment.

    abstract::Patients presenting with typical signs and symptoms of allergic rhinitis may respond to avoidance of allergens and to medications for symptomatic relief. Treatment may include antihistamines, decongestants, cromolyn sodium, and/or topical nasal steroids. Patients whose symptoms are refractory to these therapeutic meas...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1987.11699668

    authors: Stafford CT

    更新日期:1987-01-01 00:00:00

  • Evaluating peripheral arterial occlusive disease.

    abstract::The clinical history and physical examination remain the most important factors in determining the presence, anatomic location, and physiologic extent of arterial occlusive disease and the need for operation. The physician should refrain from ordering arteriography to confirm the diagnosis of arterial disease unless o...

    journal_title:Postgraduate medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1976.11714271

    authors: Barnes RW

    更新日期:1976-02-01 00:00:00

  • Pulmonary thromboembolism. 1. Current concepts in pathogenesis and diagnosis.

    abstract::Thrombosis results from the dynamic interaction of venous stasis, hypercoagulability, and endothelial injury. Protection against thrombosis may be lost if there is deficiency of any of the factors that mediate platelet deaggregation, block fibrin deposition, or initiate fibrinolysis. A thrombus lodged in the pulmonary...

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    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1980.11715447

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    更新日期:1980-05-01 00:00:00

  • Pediatric aspects of nuclear medicine.

    abstract::During the last few years, the number, variety, and complexity of nuclear medical examinations that can be performed in children have increased impressively, due partly to recent accomplishments in radiopharmaceutical development and the availability of gamma scintillation cameras and computer systems for acquisition,...

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    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1080/00325481.1975.11713991

    authors: Treves S

    更新日期:1975-03-01 00:00:00