A common pain drug may help stop cancer from spreading
Cancer becomes most dangerous when it spreads from its original location to other parts of the body. This spreading process is called metastasis, and...
This robotic glove could reduce hand swelling by up to 25% in just 30...
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a soft robotic glove that may help people with hand swelling reduce fluid buildup safely at home.
The glove,...
This lightweight exoskeleton could make walking easier after stroke
A new wearable robotic device could make walking easier for people recovering from stroke.
Engineers at the University of Utah have developed a lightweight hip...
Scientists find the hidden cause behind chronic tendon pain
Tendon pain is a problem that affects millions of people, from professional athletes to ordinary adults who simply stay active.
Conditions such as Achilles tendon...
Exercise does not really ease arthritis pain, study finds
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint diseases in the world, especially among older adults.
It happens when the protective cartilage that cushions the...
Common pain reliever in pregnancy not linked to autism or ADHD
Many pregnant women worry about what medicines are safe to take, especially when they have pain or fever.
One of the most commonly used medications...
Why some chronic pain patients struggle to find doctors
Over the past decade, attitudes toward using opioids and cannabis for pain relief have changed dramatically.
The opioid crisis has made both doctors and the...
A common pain reliever may quietly raise blood pressure, study warns
Paracetamol, also called acetaminophen, is one of the most popular medicines in the world. Many families keep it at home and use it for...
Why women often suffer longer from chronic pain
Chronic pain is a serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world. Unlike the sharp pain you feel after an injury...
Common painkillers linked to antibiotic resistance
Antibiotics have saved millions of lives by treating infections that were once deadly. However, bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to these drugs, making some...