Friday 19 March, 2010This week

Vertebroplasty trials defended

15/03/2010 | The lead authors of two randomised controlled trials showing no benefit from vertebroplasty in patients with osteoporotic vertebral fractures have vigorously defended their findings on two continents, saying it is time for supporters of the procedure to provide their own high-quality evidence.


Ultrasound guided joint injections improve accuracy but not outcomes

15/03/2010 | While ultrasound guidance can improve the accuracy of steroid joint injections it does not improve short-term clinical outcomes, research shows.


Alcohol reduces radiographic progression in RA

15/03/2010 | Moderate alcohol intake may reduce the progression of joint damage in some rheumatoid arthritis patients, Swiss researchers report.


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