Molecular imaging pinpoints source of chronic back pain

Monday, June 6, 2011 - 14:30 in Health & Medicine

A new study shows potential relief for patients who suffer chronic pain after back surgery. A molecular imaging procedure that combines functional and anatomical information about the body is able to zero in on the site of abnormal bone reaction and provide more accurate diagnoses and appropriate pain management for patients who have received hardware implants or bone grafts.

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