Brandon Parker diiscusses Asthma. This episode includes epidemiology, pathophisiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment and Osteopathic approach.
Asthma
January 14, 2012
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Dizziness and Vertigo
January 6, 2012Meighan O’Connor discusses the clinical presentation, management and Osteopathic approach to patients complaining of dizziness or vertigo.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
January 2, 2012Brandon Masi Parker discusses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). The CTS discussion includes definition, epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome podcast
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Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery
December 15, 2011In this episode we discuss applying Osteopathic practices and principles to surgery with Dr. Boesler DO. We discuss the usefulness of applying osteopathic practices and principles in a surgical setting. We offer anecdotal accounts and information from clinical research to support the effectiveness of applying and understanding Osteopathy’s effect in the surgical field.
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Knee Pain
December 14, 2011The knee is the largest joint in the human body when considering volume and surface area of articular cartilage and the size and complexity of the articulation lend to susceptibility to acute injury, chronic wear and tear and arthritis (inflammatory and septic). It is important to recognize the various etiologies of knee pain. This podcast aims to provide an overview of the topic of knee pain and help you develop a differential diagnosis. We also have a section at the end specifically discussing the somatic dysfunctions of the knee.
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Bell’s Palsy Case Study
December 11, 2011Audio Podcast for Bell’s Palsy
Scott Sandilands OMS III discusses a pediatric case study with us on Bell’s Palsy. We also discuss some etiologies, approach to diagnosis and treatment of both adult and pediatric Bell’s Palsy cases as well as some success that Osteopathic manipulation has had with these patients.
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Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)
December 4, 2011Audio Podcast for Venous Thromboembolism
John Gentile OMS III discusses Venous Thromboembolism. In this podcast the etiologies, clinical management and risks of Deep Venous Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolisms will be discussed. Please join in the discussion with any questions or comments. We hope to act as a source for review and summary on these topics as well as a catalyst for further discussion on these very pervasive and dangerous pathologies.
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Vascular Etiologies of Musculoskeletal Pain
November 26, 2011
Audio Podcast for Vascular Etiologies of MSK Pain
Musculoskeletal pain is a very common complaint. Vascular etiologies consist of a wide variety of pathologies included in MSK pain ranging from the benign to the life threatening. Some of the etiologies discussed in this podcast are vasculitides, ischemia/infarction (including carpal tunnel syndrome and thoracic outlet syndrome) and coagulopathies.
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Connective Tissue Disorders
November 26, 2011Audio Podcast for Connective Tissue Disorders
Nick Camposeo leads a discussion focusing on Collagen and Elastin and various patholgies associated with each tissue. Collagen is the most abundant protein
in the body and disorders affecting the integrity of this protein can disrupt a wide variety of processes throughout numerous organ systems.
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Fibromyalgia
November 26, 2011Audio Podcast for Fibromyalgia
Randal Davis leads a discussion on Fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a common cause of chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain with unknown etiologie. The patient presentation offers a unique set of unknowns and social uneasiness that create a difficult environment to treat in. Read the rest of this entry »
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Psychological Etiologies of Musculoskeletal Pain
November 26, 2011
Audio podcast for Psychologic Entities of MSK Pain
Robert Kawa leads a discussion on the Psychological etiologies of MSK pain. Psychology and Somatic pain blend together on a spectrum of presentations. It is important to recognize the Psychological etiologies of MSK pain as well as the commonly seen psychological components of chronic and life-altering pain. Read the rest of this entry »
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Common Musculoskeletal Referral Patterns
November 26, 2011Audio podcast for Common MSK Referral Patterns
Tara Nowahktar leads a discussion spanning trigger points, disc herniation, impingement syndromes and other categories. The pathology, clinical presentation and approach to the patient will be discussed. Read the rest of this entry »
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Intro to DidacticsOnline.com
November 24, 2011Audio Podcast for Intro to Didacticsonline
The goal of DidacticsOnline.com is to provide reviews and comments on various topics in medical discussion. We hope to add what we refer to as an “Osteopathic voice.” We will include information on Osteopathic practices and principles; including approach to patient, use of Osteopathic manipulative therapy and various aspects of the Osteopathic profession.
Didacticsonline does not aim to replace other more comprehensive resources. We hope to be a supplement resource and a catalyst for further discussion. Read the rest of this entry »
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