Videofluoroscopy: a positive viewpoint
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Videofluoroscopy (VF), also known as cineradiography and dynamic spinal visualization, is a diagnostic technique used to visually document biomechanical (joint motion) abnormalities in the joints and bones of the spine. These studies may be requested after plain X-rays of the spine, and complement this information by providing the ability to watch the motion of individualized joints. The video allows for slow, repetitive, and stopped-motion viewing, which gives total clarity to the mechanics of joint motion. A motion study of the spine can reveal abnormal motions and a better appreciation of abnormalities. The VF technique gives more information than computed tomography (CT scan), while exposing the patient to less radiation. Videofluoroscopy is also used after chiropractic therapy to substantiate the effectiveness of the treatments, and after acute injury to stage the progression of healing. (Consumer Summary produced by Reliance Medical Information, Inc.)
Publication Name: Journal of Chiropractic
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-9984
Year: 1990
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AIDS update: positive changes
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Recent studies shed more light on the AIDS virus and its victims. Research on coping mechanisms of patients, quality of information given by advisers, sperm washing, older victims and HIV transmission through earrings are described.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1993
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Dronabinol and marijuana in HIV-positive marijuana smokers
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The data from evaluation of range of behaviors for HIV-positive marijuana smokers and dronabinol were observed to be well tolerated and produced substantial and comparable increases in food intake.
Publication Name: Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes (1999)
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1525-4135
Year: 2007
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