scholarly journals Treatment Recommendations for the Management of Osteoarthritis

2021 ◽  
Vol 68 (2) ◽  
pp. 25-31
Author(s):  
Caroline Sun ◽  
Dennis Dang ◽  
Jelena Lewis
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
The United States ◽  
Treatment Recommendations ◽  
Osteoarthritis Of The Knee ◽  
First Line ◽  
American College Of Rheumatology ◽  
Appropriate Therapy

OA is the most common form of arthritis. It results from the degradation of the joint through overuse or injury. It is estimated that 30.8 million adults in the United States suffer from OA. Treatment options of OA come in both non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic forms, with varying levels of efficacy for each option depending on the joint it is intended to be used for. In 2019, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) updated the guidelines for the management of osteoarthritis of the knee, hip, and hand. The guidelines have been updated to state that acetaminophen is no longer the first line option for OA. In addition supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin are also no longer favored for use in the management of OA. This clinical capsule aims to describe the guidelines for OA as outlined by the ACR so that pharmacists in any type of setting, but especially in the community, can recommend appropriate therapy and counsel patients accordingly.

Trends in utilization of non‐first‐line topical acne medications among children, adolescents, and adults in the United States, 2012‐2016

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohsen Afarideh ◽  
Katinna E. Rodriguez Baisi ◽  
Dawn M.R. Davis ◽  
Jennifer L. Hand ◽  
Megha M. Tollefson
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
The United States ◽  
First Line ◽  
Adolescents And Adults

Osteopathic considerations in pneumonia

2021 ◽  
pp. 14-20
Author(s):  
Taner B. Celebi ◽  
Jeffrey Muller ◽  
Michael J. Terzella
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
The United States ◽  
Special Consideration ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

Pneumonia contributed to nearly 3 million deaths worldwide in 2016 and 56,000 deaths in the United States alone in 2017, and as such, it is imperative for physicians to understand the causes, subtypes, associated risk factors and treatment options. This article will address each of these, as well as special consideration for the osteopathic approach to care.

The Emerging Hispanic Use of Online Health Information in the United States

2012 ◽  
pp. 251-265
Author(s):  
Nicole St. Germaine-McDaniel
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Sense Of Community ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
The United States ◽  
English Speakers ◽  
Preventative Care ◽  
Spanish Speaking ◽  
Spanish Speaking Population

As health-information websites become more popular, healthcare corporations have worked quickly to create Spanish-language sites to reach the Spanish-speaking population. However, changes have to be made in order to effectively adapt to the Spanish-speaking audience. In order to be successful, site designers must create a sense of community by having interactive elements and by advertising these sites through radio or television with well-known celebrities or known figures in the healthcare realm. Further, care must be taken to ensure that the information in these sites is culturally appropriate for this audience. The successful health information website can be a strong tool for educating both Spanish and English speakers alike about preventative care, as well as treatment options, which in turn can improve health outcomes.

Delivering Psychological Services to Refugees Resettled in the United States

2019 ◽  
pp. 165-183
Author(s):  
Johanna E. Nilsson ◽  
Sally Stratmann ◽  
Aurora Molitoris ◽  
Marcella A. Beaumont ◽  
Jessica Horine
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
United States ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Mental Health Treatment ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
The United States ◽  
Psychological Services ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
The Status

Approximately 25 million refugees have fled their homelands internationally, and about 3 million have been resettled in the United States. The mental health needs of a population that has fled oppression, violence, and instability are diverse. This chapter seeks to provide a holistic overview of these needs. The introduction covers what defines the status of a refugee, current resettlement policies, and pre- and post-migration experiences and concerns among refugees, including barriers to basic services. Effective mental health treatment options and areas of competence for mental health professionals working with these individuals are discussed, along with future considerations for best meeting the mental health needs of refugees.

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