Pain Management

FDA-approved drug could effectively reduce pain after surgery

Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina have made a promising discovery that could improve how we manage pain after surgery — and...

A common drug could effectively treat hand pain caused by osteoarthritis

Have you or someone you know ever felt a constant ache or stiffness in your hands—pain that makes everyday tasks like buttoning a shirt,...

New non-surgical treatment offers relief for knee pain in older people

A recent study by MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has brought hope to people suffering from chronic knee pain, especially those aged 50 and older. The...

What your headaches might be telling about your blood sugar

Have you ever wondered why some people get headaches or migraines more often than others? The answer may lie in something deep inside us—our...

Uncertainty increases pain, even when there’s no real danger

A new study from Aarhus University reveals that when we are uncertain about what to expect, our brain amplifies pain, even if there’s no...

Long-term painkiller use may raise blood pressure, study finds

Paracetamol is one of the most widely used painkillers in the world. It is often recommended as a safer alternative to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs...

New drug combo could treat migraine headache more effectively

Doctors should consider prescribing triptans to migraine patients who don't get enough relief from common over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers, according to new clinical guidelines...

Most common back pain treatments barely work, study finds

A new study suggests that only about 1 in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for lower back pain are actually effective—and even then,...

Weekly injections reduce weight and knee pain in people with obesity

A new study has found that a once-weekly injection of semaglutide, a medication originally developed for diabetes and weight loss, significantly reduces body weight...

This painkiller may raise heart disease and stroke risk

A new study from the University of Edinburgh suggests that taking paracetamol regularly for long periods may increase the risk of heart disease and...