Combined Fascial Plane Blocks Fail to Superiorize Paravertebral Block in Mastectomy: Results from a 1,507-Patient Cluster-Randomized Trial

Combined Fascial Plane Blocks Fail to Superiorize Paravertebral Block in Mastectomy: Results from a 1,507-Patient Cluster-Randomized Trial

A large-scale cluster-randomized trial involving 1,507 patients demonstrated that adding PECS I blocks to paravertebral or serratus anterior plane blocks does not reduce postoperative opioid use or improve recovery compared to paravertebral block alone in mastectomy with reconstruction.
Graded Sensorimotor Retraining for Chronic Low Back Pain: Clinical Efficacy and the Search for Treatment Responders

Graded Sensorimotor Retraining for Chronic Low Back Pain: Clinical Efficacy and the Search for Treatment Responders

The RESOLVE trial demonstrates that graded sensorimotor retraining provides modest pain relief for chronic low back pain. A secondary analysis reveals that these benefits are consistent across most patient subgroups, suggesting that the intervention is broadly applicable regardless of baseline psychological or physical factors.
Online Unsupervised Tai Chi Intervention for Knee Osteoarthritis: Insights from the RETREAT Randomized Clinical Trial and Systematic Reviews

Online Unsupervised Tai Chi Intervention for Knee Osteoarthritis: Insights from the RETREAT Randomized Clinical Trial and Systematic Reviews

This review synthesizes evidence from the RETREAT RCT and past systematic reviews, highlighting that an unsupervised online Tai Chi program significantly improves knee pain and function in knee osteoarthritis, providing a scalable, accessible exercise option.
Personalized Anti-Inflammatory Diet Modulates Gut Microbiome and Metabolome to Alleviate Osteoarthritis Pain

Personalized Anti-Inflammatory Diet Modulates Gut Microbiome and Metabolome to Alleviate Osteoarthritis Pain

A 4-week anti-inflammatory dietary intervention in knee osteoarthritis patients led to targeted shifts in gut microbiota and metabolite profiles associated with significant pain reduction, highlighting the potential of microbiome-informed nutritional strategies for OA management.