May 14, 2026

When to Choose MRN Over Ultrasound

Proximal location, multi-nerve involvement, and multi-region extent favor MRN; ultrasound retains value for dynamic assessment and metal artifact–limited cases.

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May 14, 2026

Online Program Eases Pediatric Trauma Stress

Randomized trial evaluated therapist-assisted intervention among pediatric patients with persistent symptoms 1 month following trauma

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May 13, 2026

Preop Cognitive Impairment Tied to TKA Delirium

Older patients with documented cognitive impairment also experienced greater postoperative functional decline following elective total knee arthroplasty

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May 13, 2026

Chronotherapy Trial Tests Sleep Timing in Adolescents

Two-week chronotherapy trial evaluates circadian phase, sleep duration, and alignment outcomes.

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May 11, 2026

Bowel Management Reduced Wet Days

Adding urotherapy at treatment initiation was not associated with additional benefit over 12 weeks

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May 08, 2026

Do Head Hits Shift the Gut Microbiome?

A small observational study in collegiate football players found microbiome associations after nonconcussive head impacts, though findings were limited by severe underpowering and high attrition

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May 06, 2026

Side Effects: Progress, with Asterisks

Burnout is easing. Sleep science is getting weird. And dental schools have been winging cadaver training for 50 years. This week's research is full of good news that immediately complicates itself.

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May 06, 2026

Semaglutide Tested in Alcohol Use Disorder

Randomized trial found improvements in alcohol consumption and metabolic outcomes, with gastrointestinal adverse events more common with treatment

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May 05, 2026

Prescribing Outside the Exam Room

A DEA case exposes how controlled substances can move outside clinical oversight.

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May 04, 2026

The Mind-Body Toll of Gun Violence

New findings reveal how trauma from shootings can resurface as chronic pain—even without new injury.

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