Dr. Cathi Dennehy from the Department of Clinical Pharmacy at the University of California San Francisco has reviewed the evidence.

I was surprised by her assessment of black cohosh for menopausal symptoms.

Here’s a summary of her findings.

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Researchers from The Great Western Hospital in the UK report that acupuncture achieved short-term improvement in function. (more…)

Dr. Dan Rudin from Statin Island University Hospital in New York looked at past studies and concluded it’s a “safe and cost-effective measure not to be overlooked.” (more…)

Following total knee replacement, patients must perform exercises several times a day. It’s a painful part of recovery.

Here’s an innovative application of music therapy developed by Dr. Thomas Ryan from Michigan State University to help motivate patients do their exercises.
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A literature review reveals there are short-term benefits following elective primary total knee replacement (arthroplasty) for osteoarthritis. (more…)