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Recent studies have linked the use of shoulder pain pumps following arthroscopic shoulder surgery to a rare, life-altering condition known as Postarthroscopic Glenohumeral Chondrolysis (PAGCL). If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective shoulder pain pump, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free confidential case evaluation. You may…

Vioxx (generic: rofecoxib), was intended to assist in the treatment and prevention of several conditions. As an over-the-counter (OTC) painkiller, Vioxx was specifically developed to relieve symptoms associated with pain, swelling, and inflammation. However, Vioxx was removed from the U.S. market approximately eight years ago due to adverse cardiovascular events. Compounding the already volatile…

Controversy surrounding the dietary supplement industry continues to increase at an alarming pace. However, many of the fears may be warranted by subsequent studies and statistics. According to a recent report in Consumer Reports, some dietary supplements may do more harm than good. The report, in Consumer Reports’ September Issue, was intended to investigate…

Touted as one of the most popular non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) ever, Aleve (generic: naproxen) was developed with the intention of treating several common circumstances. As its name suggests, Aleve is commonly used to reduce the presence of pain, fever, swelling and stiffness. However, the use of Aleve may coincide with unexpected side effects….

As a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), Arthrotec (generic: diclofenac & misoprostol) assists in the treatment of multiple afflictions. It’s unique dual action formula provides treatment for pain, swelling, and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis in patients who are at an increased risk of developing NSAID-induced ulcers. Unfortunately, the use of Arthrotec during…

Johnson & Johnson (J&J), a global pioneer and industry leader in the medical device industry, has witnessed several of their subsidiaries become the subject of intense criticism. Concerns regarding the safety and efficacy of their medical devices has tarnished their once pristine name and plagued further development. However, recent transgressions by J&J subsidiary DePuy…

Having established itself as a premier over-the-counter (OTC) ingredient in pain relievers, nabumetone is a proven non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with several applications. Subsequently, nabumetone is a generic drug administered in the treatment of pain swelling, and inflammation. However, the introduction of this medication during pregnancy may be responsible for severe complications. Women receiving…

Festering criticism continues to plague the dietary supplement industry over the increasing presence of adulterated products. Recent months have witnessed an influx of questionable dietary supplements that have been spiked with unauthorized and undisclosed drugs. The most recent transgressions by dietary supplement manufactures were acknowledged by a national audience on public television. Data revealed…