Dr. Eskenazi studies how our feelings of empathy for others' pain are influenced by factors like anxiety. In one of his recent studies, he tested a technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to see if it could reduce pain empathy, but found no significant changes. He also examines methods to monitor nerve function during spinal surgery, emphasizing the need for improved techniques to avoid complications afterward. Additionally, he assesses how accurately various tests can measure maximum oxygen consumption during exercise, which is crucial for understanding fitness levels.
Key findings
In his study on pain empathy, Dr. Eskenazi found that higher anxiety levels correlate with increased pain empathy among participants.
While monitoring 186 patients during spinal surgery, his research indicated that somatosensory evoked potentials (SSEPs) were not reliable for nerve health checks, as five patients experienced post-surgery nerve issues linked to screw placement.
His exercise testing study showed that out of 51 assessments, 45 accurately confirmed maximum effort, underscoring the significance of heart rate and lactate levels in evaluating exercise performance.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Eskenazi study pain empathy?
Yes, he researches how anxiety affects the ability to empathize with others' pain.
What treatments has Dr. Eskenazi researched?
He has explored the use of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in relation to pain empathy.
Is Dr. Eskenazi's work relevant to spinal surgery patients?
Yes, his studies on nerve monitoring techniques during spinal surgery are important for improving patient safety and outcomes.
Does Dr. Eskenazi study exercise and fitness levels?
Yes, he investigates the accuracy of tests used to measure maximum oxygen consumption during exercise, which helps assess fitness.
How can Dr. Eskenazi's research help lupus patients?
His work on lung biopsies has provided valuable insights for diagnosing lung issues in patients with lupus.
Publications in plain English
You feel me? A randomized trial of tDCS on pain empathy.
2022
International journal of psychophysiology : official journal of the International Organization of Psychophysiology
Repetti C, Eskenazi M, Garcia S
Plain English This study looked at whether a technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) could lower how much pain people feel for others, known as pain empathy. Researchers found that tDCS did not change pain empathy levels among participants, as indicated by their responses after watching painful videos. However, they discovered that higher anxiety levels were linked to increased pain empathy, meaning that how anxious someone is can affect how much they empathize with others' pain.
Who this helps: This benefits patients who struggle with both anxiety and heightened empathy, as it suggests the need for therapies addressing both issues.
Somatosensory evoked potential monitoring of lumbar pedicle screw placement for in situ posterior spinal fusion.
2003
The spine journal : official journal of the North American Spine Society
Gundanna M, Eskenazi M, Bendo J, Spivak J, Moskovich R
Plain English This study looked at using a method called somatosensory evoked potentials (SSEPs) to check how well nerves were functioning during a specific type of back surgery that involves placing screws in the spine. They reviewed the cases of 186 patients and found that none showed significant problems with their nerve signals during surgery, but five patients had nerve issues after the surgery that were linked to mispositioned screws. This matters because while SSEPs may not be the best way to monitor nerve health during this surgery, it highlights the need for better monitoring techniques to avoid complications.
Who this helps: This helps doctors and spinal surgery patients by emphasizing the need for improved methods to track nerve function during surgery.
Predictive accuracy of criteria used to assess maximal oxygen consumption.
1992
American heart journal
Stachenfeld NS, Eskenazi M, Gleim GW, Coplan NL, Nicholas JA
Plain English Researchers studied how accurately certain measurements indicate that someone has reached their maximum oxygen consumption during exercise tests. They found that out of 51 tests conducted, 45 showed maximum effort while 6 did not. Key indicators like reaching a specific heart rate and lactate levels were reliable in confirming maximum effort, but not perfect, which means some tests might still be considered maximal even if these criteria weren't met.
Who this helps: This helps doctors and exercise physiologists who assess patients' fitness levels.
[Pulmonary interstitial electron dense deposits in lupus erythematosus. Interest of the transbronchial biopsy (author's transl)].
1981
Annales de medecine interne
Eskenazi M, Bernaudin JF, Wechsler J, Wassef O, Jacotot B
Plain English The study looked at a 44-year-old patient with a long history of lupus who developed severe breathing problems due to a lung infection. After treatment, doctors found signs of chronic lung disease through a special lung biopsy technique, revealing unusual electron dense deposits in the lung tissue. This discovery is important because it highlights how effective this biopsy method can be for understanding chronic lung issues in patients with lupus.
Who this helps: This benefits patients with lupus and their doctors by providing better diagnostic tools for lung complications.
Zymograms of the aliesterases and of the cholineterase of the soluble proteins from the cervical spinal cord following section of plexus brachialis in rabbits.
1967
Comptes rendus de l'Academie Bulgare des sciences : sciences mathematiques et naturelles