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‘The side of my wrist hurts’: De Quervain’s tenosynovitis

‘The side of my wrist hurts’: De Quervain’s tenosynovitis

31/10/2019

This article outlines the key principles for assessment and treatment of De Quervain’s tenosynovitis to enable early diagnosis and successful treatment outcomes.


Doctor, why does my thumb hurt?

Doctor, why does my thumb hurt?

01/07/2022

A collaborative approach between general practitioners and hand therapists benefits patients with common thumb conditions.


A case of sore throat and vesicular hand lesions

A case of sore throat and vesicular hand lesions

22/02/2024

A man, aged 31 years, presented with a five-day history of worsening sore throat and a mixed macular–vesicular rash on his hands.


Role of botulinum toxin in the management of hand ulceration due to post-stroke spasticity among aged care residents

Role of botulinum toxin in the management of hand ulceration due to post-stroke spasticity among aged care residents

01/07/2022

Palmar ulceration caused by spastic fingers is an under-recognised complication of upper limb post-stroke spasticity.


Respiratory syncytial virus prevention is finally here: An overview of safety

Respiratory syncytial virus prevention is finally here: An overview of safety

23/09/2024

A summary of safety data on respiratory syncytial virus prevention products approved in Australia by the Therapeutic Goods Administration.


Exercise as cardiovascular medicine

Exercise as cardiovascular medicine

27/07/2020

Physical inactivity is a major modifiable contributor to the global burden of cardiovascular disease morbidity and mortality.


Update on binge eating disorder: What general practitioners should know

Update on binge eating disorder: What general practitioners should know

01/06/2023

The aim of this article is to update GPs on how to screen patients for eating disorders across the entire weight spectrum and to diagnose, treat and monitor patients with binge eating disorder.


Evidence for integrating exercise training into the multidisciplinary management of non-specific chronic low back pain

Evidence for integrating exercise training into the multidisciplinary management of non-specific chronic low back pain

22/02/2021

It is reasonable to consider including exercise-based services in the care team to enable patients with non-specific chronic low back pain to transition to self-management.


Non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

Non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

20/10/2021

Regular assessment and monitoring of non-motor symptoms enable the clinician to support the implementation of effective interventions.


Symptom management for patients awaiting joint replacement surgery

Symptom management for patients awaiting joint replacement surgery

22/06/2020

Many patients affected by the COVID-19-related temporary suspension of non-urgent elective surgery will present to their general practitioners for symptom management in the interim period.


Management of faecal incontinence in residential aged care

Management of faecal incontinence in residential aged care

24/01/2018

Faecal incontinence in residential aged care is highly prevalent, distressing and difficult to treat, and the evidence base for treatment remains deficient.


Adult obesity management in Australia: How can we bridge the gap between guidelines and current general practice?

Adult obesity management in Australia: How can we bridge the gap between guidelines and current general practice?

21/03/2025

Australia’s outdated definition of obesity likely hinders management and contributes to the observed gap between clinical guidelines and current practice.


General-practitioner-led alcohol and other drugs withdrawal: Supporting patient choice, safety and success

General-practitioner-led alcohol and other drugs withdrawal: Supporting patient choice, safety and success

01/06/2023

This article explores the themes of patient choice, safety and optimising success in GP-led withdrawal. The four-step framework outlines how to best support patients to undertake a withdrawal.


Understanding and managing psychological distress due to climate change

Understanding and managing psychological distress due to climate change

01/05/2023

This article outlines the features and prevalence of climate distress, as well as approaches for assessment and management based on current evidence and theory.


Behavioural addictions. Problem gambling in general practice: How can we help?

Behavioural addictions. Problem gambling in general practice: How can we help?

01/05/2023

The aim of this paper is to enhance general practitioner awareness of problem gambling, its impact, general practice presentations, screening, effective treatment and referral options.

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