digital therapetuics

Diabetes care needs to support lifestyle changes – not pharmaceutical intervention – first

While pharmaceuticals are a critical piece of the treatment landscape for type 2 diabetes, they have been the exclusive and de-facto first-line treatment for too long. Prescription digital therapeutics can and should be considered as part of type 2 diabetes therapies.

By Mark Berman

Health Tech, Health Services

FDA clears first VR-based tool for for lower-back pain

The Food and Drug Administration granted the company de novo clearance for its VR programs to help reduce chronic lower back pain. AppliedVR’s eight-week program is based on cognitive behavioral therapy.

By Elise Reuter

With the Rise of AI, What IP Disputes in Healthcare Are Likely to Emerge?

Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.