Pain
Commentary
Veterans’ Health and Opioid Safety–Contexts, Risks, and Outreach Implications
America has been facing an epidemic of drug overdoses. Prescription opioid misuse has been a major driver of this phenomenon.
Clinical Review
Depression and Substance Abuse Intensify Suicide Risk
Researchers examined the unique and combined contributions of the polytrauma clinical triad in certain combinations among Operation Iraqi Freedom/...
Clinical Review
Multidisciplinary Approach to Back Pain
Combining physical, psychological, and/or social/work interventions may help reduce pain and disability in patients with chronic low back pain.
Government and Regulations
Overprescription of Opioids in Women of Childbearing Age
According to this CDC study, opioid prescription rates varied based on region, ethnicity, and insurance enrollment.
Government and Regulations
VHA Looks to Reduce Overdoses With Opioid Therapy Risk Report
Original Research
Evaluation of Methadone-Induced QTc Prolongation in a Veteran Population
Understanding the effects of methadone on the QTc interval in a veteran patient population using the drug at lower doses for pain may help...
News
Predicting Postlaparoscopy Pain
Clinical Review
Using Dashboard Technology to Monitor Overdose Risk
By identifying veterans who are receiving high-dose opioid prescriptions and who have risk factors for suicide, VISN 22 providers were able to...