Do not perform surveillance colonoscopy for colon polyps after a valid exam with intervals that vary from those indicated by the responsible gastroenterologist after histologic evaluation of the polyp.
The timing of surveillance colonoscopies is determined by the findings of the initial endoscopic examination and is guided by evidence-based guidelines that assess the relative risk of developing new adenomas or carcinomas. The most appropriate interval should be...
Prescribe fecal occult blood test (FOBT) only for screening of colorectal cancer.
FOBT is a screening test, intended for asymptomatic individuals who fall within the risk group defined by the national or regional screening program. It is not a diagnostic test and therefore should not be performed in individuals presenting with signs or symptoms...
Do not teach or have patients with acute or chronic respiratory diseases practice diaphragmatic breathing.
There are very limited evidences regarding the benefit of diaphragmatic breathing administered in order to improve the distribution of ventilation by reducing energy consumption, decrease dyspnea and increase exercise capacity. On the other hand, it has been shown...
Do not use specific exercises of selective strengthening of the vastus medialis obliquus (VMO) in patellofemoral pain syndrome.
Many studies have shown that it is not possible to selectively activate the vastus medialis obliquus (VMO) with respect to vastus medialis longus or even to vastus lateralis. At the same time, no correlation between vastus medialis symptoms and its level of strength...The campaign DOING MORE DOES NOT MEAN DOING BETTER – CHOOSING WISELY ITALY is promoted by Italy’s Slow Medicine
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