Research published, read, and cited.
Dr. Marovino has served as the Pain Device Expert for Practical Pain Management since 2004. His work spans pain technology, electromagnetic therapy, diagnostic imaging, population health, and clinical device evaluation.
Pulsed Electro-magnetic Field Therapy for Musculoskeletal Pain
Practical Pain Management · July/August 2023 · Vol. 23(4)
with Erica E. Tassone, PhD
Research on PEMF science for pain management, demonstrating treatment effects in pain reduction, inflammation, and perfusion. Study showed downstream benefits including improved mood, sleep, physical activity levels and reduced stress.
Technology: Changing the Delivery of Healthcare
Practical Pain Management · June 2016 · Vol. 16(5)
Cover story on how smartphones, wearables like Fitbit, and wireless monitoring devices are transforming healthcare delivery. Discusses patient engagement through technology and the ACA's role in driving innovation.
Diagnostic Ultrasound and Rotator Cuff Tears
Practical Pain Management · September 2013
Review of diagnostic ultrasound for detecting rotator cuff tears, arguing DUS should be primary imaging tool rather than 'cheaper alternative' to MRI.
Electromagnetic Applications in Biology and Medicine
Practical Pain Management · May 2011
Exploration of electromagnetic field therapy history and applications in clinical medicine, covering the controversial yet intriguing history of EMF research including government-sponsored projects.
Cold Lasers in Pain Management
Practical Pain Management · January 2004
Foundational research on low-level laser therapy (LLLT) for pain management. This early work later informed the Biogenesis LLLT service line.
Health and Economic Benefits of Exercise for Seniors
Practical Pain Management · November 2016
Study on the role of regular strength and conditioning exercises for adults 50+, examining health benefits and economic outcomes of physical activity in aging populations.
TENS vs. Vibracool for Chronic Pain — Pilot Study
PM&R Annual Conference (Poster) · November 2019
with Amy Baxter
Open-label pilot study (n=20) comparing TENS electrical stimulation vs. Vibracool mechanical/oscillatory vibration in chronic pain patients. Presented at PM&R conference in San Antonio.
Non-Invasive Neuromodulation for Difficult Pain Conditions (InterX Review)
Practical Pain Management · Vol. 20(5)
Clinician-tested product review of the InterX neuromodulation device for difficult-to-manage pain conditions.
Strength, Resistance, and Core Stability Exercises at Home
HealthCentral
Consumer-friendly guide for improving strength, resistance, and core stability at home, with pain-relieving device recommendations.
TENS Units for Pain Relief
HealthCentral
Guide to transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) units as an inexpensive, easy-to-use option for short-term pain relief.
Stop Pain Without Opioids
Natural Awakenings — Greater Ann Arbor · March 2022
Local feature quoting Dr. Marovino on pain technology advances, functional restoration, and the role of medical devices in filling the void created by opioid restrictions.
“There is no functional restoration in the absence of pain control. Medical devices will play a large and significant role in filling the void that opioid restrictions created.”
The Regenesis Podcast — PEMF and Pain Management
Apple Podcasts · October 2020
Podcast presentation on PEMF therapy and pain management approaches.
About the Author
Tiziano Marovino, DPT, MPH, DAIPM
Chief of Health Strategy & Innovation · Biogenesis Group / TLC Pain Solutions
Editorial Roles
- • Pain Device Expert, Practical Pain Management Journal (since 2004)
- • Peer reviewer, Physical Therapy journals
- • Peer reviewer, MSK Ultrasound journals
- • Editorial advisory board, Neuro-surgery journal
- • Editorial advisory board, Pain journal
Academic & Teaching
- • Adjunct Faculty, College of St. Scholastica (DPT program — Differential Screening)
- • Graduate Human Performance Program, Concordia University Chicago
- • Doctoral student (PhD), Concordia University Chicago — Exercise Science
- • Differential Screening — College of St. Scholastica tDPT program
- • Infectious Diseases & Epidemiology — University of Phoenix Public Health program
- • Biostatistics — various colleges