EHR-integrated PROMs improve symptom monitoring and clinic efficiency in chronic condition management
Digital tools help doctors track symptoms for chronic conditions
This systematic review of 10 studies examined the impact of integrating patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) into electronic health rec…
Integrating patient-reported outcomes into electronic health records can help doctors identify symptoms faster and improve clinic efficiency…
MSK pain affects 70% of ophthalmologists, often altering workload and practice patterns
High Rates of Musculoskeletal Pain Affect Ophthalmologists' Work Habits
This meta-analysis estimates the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal pain among ophthalmologists, pooling data from 6691 participants…
A large review shows that 70% of ophthalmologists experience musculoskeletal pain, which can lead to changes in their daily workload and pro…
Telework tied to high neck, shoulder, and low back symptom prevalence
Teleworking Linked to High Rates of Musculoskeletal Pain Symptoms
This meta-analysis of observational studies estimates the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms among teleworkers. Pooled prevalence was 54…
Over half of teleworkers report neck and shoulder pain, highlighting the need for better ergonomic setups in home offices.
Low-load exercise with blood flow restriction improves muscle strength and disability in musculoskeletal conditions
Low-Load Exercise With Blood Flow Restriction Improves Muscle Strength
This meta-analysis of 1652 participants found that low-load exercise with blood flow restriction (LLE-BFR) is superior to low-load exercise …
A new exercise method using blood flow restriction may improve muscle strength and reduce disability for people with musculoskeletal conditi…
Platform-based food delivery work correlates with musculoskeletal disorders, fatigue, and mental health risks
Food Delivery Riders Face High Risks from Platform Management
This narrative review of 47 sources examines the occupational hazards faced by food delivery riders in China. The authors conclude that syst…
Delivery riders face significant physical and mental health risks, including musculoskeletal disorders and anxiety, due to intense work dema…
Beedi rolling linked to high musculoskeletal burden in female workers in India
Repetitive work causes high rates of muscle and joint pain
This narrative review synthesizes existing literature on musculoskeletal problems among female beedi workers in India. It finds a consistent…
Labor-intensive jobs like beedi rolling lead to significant physical strain on the back, neck, and hands for many workers.
Intermittent hypoxia-hyperoxia therapy significantly improves pain and functional mobility in musculoskeletal dysfunctions
Intermittent Hypoxia Hyperoxia Therapy May Help Relieve Chronic Muscle and Joint Pain
This meta-analysis of 321 adults with musculoskeletal dysfunctions found that intermittent hypoxia-hyperoxia therapy (IHHT) significantly im…
A review of studies shows that a specific oxygen therapy can significantly reduce pain and improve daily movement for adults with muscle iss…
Occupational hazards in clinical embryology lead to increased shoulder pain and mental health issues
Occupational hazards impact health and safety of clinical embryologists
This narrative review examines occupational risks, including physical and ergonomic hazards, among clinical embryologists. The authors synth…
Clinical embryologists face rising shoulder pain over time and high rates of emotional exhaustion, posing risks to both worker well-being an…
Demographics and visit factors associated with patient cycle time in a Saudi cohort of 52,611 visits
Autumn visits and urgent care clinics lead to longer waits for patients at this Saudi clinic
This retrospective analytical chart review of 52,611 visits at a Family and Community Medical Centre in Saudi Arabia assessed factors influe…
A look at 52,611 visits found that autumn seasons and urgent care clinics are linked to longer wait times for patients.