Feb. 22, 2017Wednesday JAOAresearch Research focus Treasure trove of data: How starting a trauma registry can boost OMT research Adrienne McCallister, DO, used patient data to study the use of OMT in severe traumatic brain injury. Here’s how registry data can benefit your research.
Feb. 21, 2017Tuesday JAOAosteopathic structural exampatient careresearchresidency Research update Ectopic pregnancy: Osteopathic structural examinations help detect location when imaging fails A new study in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association finds method helpful in emergency situations.
Jan. 31, 2017Tuesday JAOA News in Brief Misdiagnosis of foot and ankle injuries may result in complications JAOA review highlights importance of additional imaging, second opinions for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Jan. 11, 2017Wednesday geriatricsJAOA Patient care Delirium can be a deadly threat to nursing home residents JAOA literature review offers clinical guidance for physicians and long-term care staff.
Jan. 5, 2017Thursday GMEJAOAresidency trainingsingle GME accreditation Single GME JAOA editorial: Osteopathic recognition vital for DO trainees’ future Providing residents with a viable pathway to continue their osteopathic training should be a top priority of educators, writes Martin S. Levine, DO.
Dec. 13, 2016Tuesday JAOAnutrition Food for thought Low-carb diets slightly more effective than low-fat, JAOA research finds JAOA analysis of popular diets finds low-carb diets are safe in short term and slightly more effective for weight loss than low-fat diets.
Dec. 13, 2016Tuesday JAOAkidney stonesroller coaster News in brief JAOA study ranks among world’s top academic research for 2016 The study, which found that roller coasters can help riders pass small kidney stones, was honored by research impact-tracking firm Altmetric.
Nov. 29, 2016Tuesday JAOAopioids Pain relief Research finds kratom may have medical benefit as opioid alternative JAOA author suggests research into the herb’s unique pharmacologic properties would likely end if DEA adds it to Schedule 1 drugs list.
Oct. 12, 2016Wednesday JAOA News in Brief Still Relevant: JAOA seeks historical vignettes for new section JAOA is accepting reflections on how the profession’s history meshes with the modern health care landscape.
Oct. 4, 2016Tuesday JAOAmediapatient care Going viral Coverage of JAOA kidney stone roller coaster study spans the globe Nearly 850 news reports and counting, including the Today Show’s, have shared the study’s findings on roller coaster rides and kidney stone relief.