Dr M. Trenton

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how low-dose esketamine can help elderly patients avoid low blood pressure after surgery. Here’s what we found: What Worked: Patients who received esketamine had a lower chance of experiencing low blood pressure after surgery (44.1% compared to 64.8% in the saline group). What Didn’t Work: There were […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how traditional Thai massage (TM) compares to standard physical therapy (PT) for improving walking in children and teens with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). Here’s what we found: What Worked? TM showed a positive effect on walking performance, as indicated by improved gait scores. Participants who received TM […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at how everyday activities change in older adults who are cognitively healthy but may have signs of early Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It found that: Everyday functioning can decline over time, even in those who seem healthy. Higher levels of tau protein in the brain are linked to a […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how wrist-ankle acupuncture can help reduce pain in patients with herpes zoster, commonly known as shingles, during the acute phase. The results showed that: What Worked: Patients who received wrist-ankle acupuncture along with standard medication had a higher rate of complete pain relief after 7 days compared […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how well a special adhesive works to prevent sensitivity after dental work. It compared two methods: using a self-etching adhesive alone and using it with a product called Gluma desensitizer. What Worked? The group that used the Gluma desensitizer reported less sensitivity to air after their dental […] ➡️➡️➡️

What Worked and What Didn’t This study showed that combining Kinesio Taping (KT) with conventional rehabilitation (CR) helped reduce pain and improve emotional health after cervical spine surgery. The patients who received both treatments reported better results than those who only had rehabilitation. However, there was no significant difference in overall functionality between the two […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study compared two treatments for advanced liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma): HAIC-FO (a type of chemotherapy) and sorafenib (a targeted therapy). Here’s what we learned: HAIC-FO helped patients live better and longer compared to sorafenib. It provided 1.00 quality-adjusted life year (QALY) at a cost of about $18,471. Sorafenib provided 0.66 […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at the long-term effects of repeat doses of antenatal corticosteroids given to pregnant women at risk of preterm birth. The main findings are: What Worked: The repeat doses reduced immediate problems for newborns, like respiratory distress syndrome. What Didn’t Work: There were no significant benefits or harms observed […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at how maintenance treatment with vinorelbine and oral cyclophosphamide affects the health of male reproductive organs in young patients treated for localized rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS). While the treatment helps improve survival rates, it can also harm fertility. What Worked? Maintenance treatment helped improve outcomes for high-risk and very-high-risk RMS […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at how an 8-week core exercise program affected women with prediabetes. Here’s what they found: What Worked: The core exercise program helped improve body weight, fat percentage, flexibility, and strength. It also lowered blood sugar levels, insulin resistance, and bad cholesterol while increasing good cholesterol. What Didn’t Work: […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how effective a new treatment called transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) is when combined with traditional vestibular rehabilitation for patients with unilateral vestibular hypofunction (UVH). Here’s what we found: What Worked? Patients who received both taVNS and vestibular rehabilitation showed significant improvements in balance, dizziness, fatigue, […] ➡️➡️➡️

Trial Results Explained This study looked at a new method to help women who have separation of the abdominal muscles after childbirth, known as diastasis recti abdominis (DRA). Researchers tested a special type of electrical stimulation for both inhaling and exhaling alongside standard rehabilitation. What Worked: The group that received the special electrical stimulation showed […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at whether a health education program could help patients who had a stroke avoid having another one. The program focused on teaching patients and their families how to manage risk factors like high blood pressure, diet, and exercise. What Worked? The program improved how well patients followed their […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results The study looked at a new treatment called resiniferatoxin (RTX) for patients with severe cancer pain that didn’t get better with usual pain management. Here’s what was found: What Worked? RTX helped reduce pain by 38%. Patients reported their worst pain level dropping from 8.4 to 5.2 on a scale of […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at a treatment for early-stage knee osteoarthritis (OA), a common condition that causes pain and disability. The researchers tested a single dose of a medication called IncobotulinumtoxinA (BoNT-A) on 45 patients. Here’s what they found: What Worked: Patients experienced a significant reduction in pain after receiving the treatment. […] ➡️➡️➡️