Frank J E Falco Selected Research

Nerve Block (Nerve Blocks)

4/2013	An update of comprehensive evidence-based guidelines for interventional techniques in chronic spinal pain. Part II: guidance and recommendations.
11/2012	An updated review of the diagnostic utility of cervical facet joint injections.
11/2012	An update of the systematic assessment of the diagnostic accuracy of lumbar facet joint nerve blocks.
11/2012	An update of the effectiveness of therapeutic lumbar facet joint interventions.
7/2012	Diagnostic accuracy of thoracic facet joint nerve blocks: an update of the assessment of evidence.
1/2012	The role of thoracic medial branch blocks in managing chronic mid and upper back pain: a randomized, double-blind, active-control trial with a 2-year followup.
5/2010	Evaluation of lumbar facet joint nerve blocks in managing chronic low back pain: a randomized, double-blind, controlled trial with a 2-year follow-up.
7/2009	Comprehensive evidence-based guidelines for interventional techniques in the management of chronic spinal pain.
7/2009	Comprehensive review of therapeutic interventions in managing chronic spinal pain.
8/2008	Cervical medial branch blocks for chronic cervical facet joint pain: a randomized, double-blind, controlled trial with one-year follow-up.

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Frank J E Falco Research Topics

Disease

47	Pain (Aches) 06/2015 - 01/2006
18	Intervertebral Disc Displacement (Herniated Disc) 06/2015 - 07/2009
13	Spinal Stenosis (Stenosis, Spinal) 01/2015 - 07/2009
12	Radiculopathy (Radiculopathy, Cervical) 01/2015 - 01/2006
10	Low Back Pain (Lumbago) 01/2014 - 01/2006
8	Chronic Pain 03/2015 - 05/2010
6	Back Pain (Backache) 07/2012 - 07/2008
5	Neck Pain (Cervicalgia) 07/2012 - 08/2008
3	Hematoma 04/2013 - 11/2012
3	Hemorrhage 04/2013 - 11/2012
3	Cancer Pain 07/2012 - 03/2011
2	Opioid-Related Disorders (Opiate Addiction) 07/2014 - 07/2012
2	Failed Back Surgery Syndrome 04/2013 - 03/2011
2	Cardiovascular Diseases (Cardiovascular Disease) 04/2013 - 11/2012
2	Substance-Related Disorders (Drug Abuse) 07/2012 - 07/2012
2	Pathologic Constriction (Stenosis) 07/2012 - 01/2012
2	Hypersensitivity (Allergy) 07/2012 - 01/2003
1	Confusion (Bewilderment) 07/2014
1	Paralysis (Palsy) 07/2014
1	Wounds and Injuries (Trauma) 07/2014
1	Stroke (Strokes) 07/2014
1	Rupture 04/2013
1	Prolapse 04/2013
1	Ankylosing Spondylitis 04/2013
1	Spondylosis 04/2013
1	Thromboembolism 11/2012
1	Infections 09/2012
1	Intractable Pain 07/2012
1	Complex Regional Pain Syndromes 03/2011
1	Neuralgia (Stump Neuralgia) 03/2011

Drug/Important Bio-Agent (IBA)

26	Local AnestheticsIBA 01/2015 - 03/2008
24	SteroidsIBA 01/2015 - 03/2008
12	Opioid Analgesics (Opioids)IBA 07/2014 - 03/2008
3	Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors (Antiplatelet Drugs)IBA 04/2013 - 11/2012
3	Pharmaceutical PreparationsIBA 04/2013 - 07/2012
2	Explosive Agents (Explosives)IBA 07/2013 - 01/2013
2	Dabigatran FDA Link 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Cilostazol (Pletal)FDA LinkGeneric 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Ticlopidine (Ticlid)FDA LinkGeneric 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Dipyridamole (Persantine)FDA LinkGeneric 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Fibrinolytic Agents (Antithrombotic Agents)IBA 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	RivaroxabanIBA 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)FDA LinkGeneric 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	AnticoagulantsIBA 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (NSAIDs)IBA 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Dipyridamole Drug Combination Aspirin FDA LinkGeneric 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Clopidogrel (Plavix)FDA Link 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Phosphodiesterase InhibitorsIBA 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Prasugrel Hydrochloride FDA Link 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Prescription DrugsIBA 07/2012 - 07/2012
2	Illicit Drugs (Recreational Drugs)IBA 07/2012 - 07/2012
1	Adrenal Cortex Hormones (Corticosteroids)IBA 07/2014
1	GlucocorticoidsIBA 07/2014
1	Lidocaine (Xylocaine)FDA LinkGeneric 07/2014
1	Warfarin (Coumadin)FDA LinkGeneric 04/2013
1	BenzodiazepinesIBA 07/2012
1	Controlled SubstancesIBA 07/2012
1	Central Nervous System Depressants (CNS Depressants)IBA 07/2012
1	IodineIBA 01/2003
1	GadoliniumIBA 01/2003

Therapy/Procedure

18	Epidural Injections 06/2015 - 07/2009
14	Injections 01/2015 - 01/2006
11	Nerve Block (Nerve Blocks) 04/2013 - 03/2008
10	Therapeutics 07/2014 - 07/2009
9	Pain Management 03/2015 - 11/2009
9	Denervation 11/2012 - 03/2008
7	Intra-Articular Injections 04/2013 - 03/2008
5	Spinal Cord Stimulation 04/2013 - 07/2009
4	Decompression 04/2013 - 07/2009
3	Conservative Treatment 01/2014 - 11/2012
3	Diskectomy (Discectomy) 04/2013 - 04/2013
2	Secondary Prevention 04/2013 - 11/2012
1	Drug Therapy (Chemotherapy) 01/2015
1	Physical Therapy Modalities (Physical Therapy Technique) 05/2013
1	Chiropractic Manipulation 04/2013
1	Lasers (Laser) 04/2013
1	Operative Surgical Procedures 04/2013
1	Contraindications 07/2012