In this scene from Heat, with Robert DeNiro, Kilmer and DeNiro’s characters have a conversation in a beach house.
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Bias In Even The Best Available Research Studies – DrRich
Do you think it’s possible to find truth in medical research studies?
Dr. Rich explains the two types of comparative effectiveness research and how randomized controlled trials (the holy grail of medical research) will always be biased.
Learn the three-part creed of the “Cult of Randomization”.
New Education Page – Ganglion Cysts
What is this bump on my wrist?
I’ve just added a new page on Ganglion Cysts to my list of Patient Education links on the left side of the page of my site.
Subcuticular (Buried) Suture Technique Video
In this video, I’ll show you my favorite method of closing surgical incisions. It’s not appropriate for all incisions but it offers the following advantages and I use it whenever I can:
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Spasticity in Stroke and Brain Injured Patients
We’ve all known someone affected by stroke or brain injury. One of the most common consequences of such an injury to the central nervous system is spasticity. This just refers to overactive muscles that cause a contracted arm or leg. Spasticity is a stroke symptom, but occurs weeks or months after the stroke.
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Thumb Muscle Atrophy – Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Atrophy or wasting of the thumb (thenar) muscles is the last stage of nerve injury in carpal tunnel syndrome.
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