Giovanni E Ferreira

Nov 24, 2024 | tandfonline.com | Giovanni E Ferreira |Andrew J. McLachlan

1. IntroductionAntidepressants are commonly used to treat a range of pain conditions in adults globally [Citation1–3], and their use is increasing over time. For example, prescription rates of the tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) amitriptyline for people with osteoarthritis have increased 3.1% per annum in the Netherlands from 2008–2017 [Citation4].

Nov 22, 2024 | clinicalpainadvisor.com | Giovanni E Ferreira |Christina Abdel Shaheed

The Conversation — The drug semaglutide, commonly known by the brand names Ozempic or Wegovy, was originally developed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. However, researchers have discovered it may help with other health issues, too. Clinical trials show semaglutide can be effective for weight loss, and hundreds of thousands of people around the world are using it for this purpose.

Nov 12, 2024 | theconversation.com | Giovanni E Ferreira |Christina Abdel Shaheed

The drug semaglutide, commonly known by the brand names Ozempic or Wegovy, was originally developed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. However, researchers have discovered it may help with other health issues, too. Clinical trials show semaglutide can be effective for weight loss, and hundreds of thousands of people around the world are using it for this purpose.

Jun 23, 2024 | medicalxpress.com | Matt Fernandez |Giovanni E Ferreira |Joshua R. Zadro

Chiropractors in Australia will not be able to perform spinal manipulation on children under the age of two once more, following health concerns from doctors and politicians. But what is the spinal treatment at the center of the controversy? Does it work? Is there evidence of harm? We're a team of researchers who specialize in evidence-based musculoskeletal health. I (Matt) am a registered chiropractor, Joshua is a registered physiotherapist and Giovanni trained as a physiotherapist.

Jun 20, 2024 | theconversation.com | Matt Fernandez |Giovanni E Ferreira |Joshua R. Zadro

Chiropractors in Australia will not be able to perform spinal manipulation on children under the age of two once more, following health concerns from doctors and politicians. But what is the spinal treatment at the centre of the controversy? Does it work? Is there evidence of harm? We’re a team of researchers who specialise in evidence-based musculoskeletal health. I (Matt) am a registered chiropractor, Joshua is a registered physiotherapist and Giovanni trained as a physiotherapist.