by Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 3D reconstruction of a TARP. Credit: Penn Medicine A new biologic “patch” that is activated by a person’s natural motion could be the key to fixing herniated disks in people’s backs, according to researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and...
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What to know about notalgia paresthetica
Notalgia paresthetica (NP) causes itching and, sometimes, pain on the back. It usually affects a specific patch of skin, rather than causing generalized pain or itching. The itch commonly appears under the shoulder blade, often on the left side. NP is a type of nerve pain, meaning that it is a problem with how the...
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Intelligent patch warns of infected wounds
Infections in surgical wounds make up an estimated two per cent of all hospital expenses in Denmark. This corresponds to expenses of more than EUR 135 million (DKK 1 billion) per year. A new patch that automatically warns of infection may be one of several ways to reduce costs. A special sensor in the patient’s dressings notifies healthcare professionals if a...