Publications by authors named "P J Wolskee"

Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the short-term motivational effect of a technology-based weight reduction program for obese adults.

Methods: One hundred and eleven obese (37.0+/-5.

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  • A 41-year-old woman experienced burning pain and sensitivity in her right foot after trauma, which was only partially relieved by a sympathectomy.
  • Two years later, tests showed that sympathetic blocks were effective in eliminating the burning pain, indicating a connection to higher sympathetic ganglia.
  • Anesthetic blocks of the sural nerve successfully removed both the burning pain and sensitivity, while revealing distinct nerve overlaps for different sensory perceptions.
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