In this article, the authors will discuss a modified anatomy-based neck and thyroid examination that allows for a more comprehensive evaluation.
The practice of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) varies substantially across nations. Much of this variability may be attributed to disparate international educational, licensing, and regulatory environments that govern the practice of osteopathy by nonphysicians. This is in contrast with the United States, where osteopathic physicians are trained to integrate OMT as part of comprehensive patient … Read More
Although the physiological effects and the performance of athletes after utilizing whole-body cryotherapy (WBC) have been widely studied, there is a lack of data on its adverse effects. It is important to be aware of the adverse effects of any treatment for its use to be properly recommended.
The language proficiencies of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM) medical students are unknown. As of 2015, approximately 8% (or roughly 25 million) of the US population over the age of five were considered “limited English proficient”. Research indicates, however, that it is valuable to patients to be able to communicate in their primary … Read More
Amputations are routine in orthopedics, specifically during trauma and when patients have recurrent surgical site infections. When undergoing amputations, patients must combat the psychosocial factors associated with the loss of an extremity, including stigmatization.
The mental health crisis in medicine cannot be explained by burnout alone. Physicians are not immune to this crisis and are known to have higher rates of suicide and depression than the general population. A high prevalence of mental health symptoms has been observed in early medical training.
In the May issue of Journal of Osteopathic Medicine (JOM), you’ll find a lineup of articles across various subspecialty areas and topics, including papers on osteopathic manipulative treatment for patients with chronic low back pain, adverse effects experienced by Division I collegiate athletes after utilizing whole-body cryotherapy, an anatomy-based approach to thyroid examinations and more!
A 47-year-old white female presented to an outpatient dermatology practice in January 2019 with a chief complaint of a change within a congenital lesion. Four weeks prior, she noted a change in one of the lesion’s spots. The patient has a history of basal cell carcinoma diagnosed and treated 3 years prior, but she had no … Read More
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children and often goes untreated. A major barrier to treatment is the stigma surrounding the disorder, including from the educational and scientific community. Person-centered language (PCL) is associated with positive health outcomes, and its implementation is recommended by multiple professional groups, but its use … Read More