Scientists prove insects also feel chronic pain for the first time
Scientists have known insects experience something like pain since 2003, but new study proves for the first time that insects also experience chronic pain...
This new method can diagnose arthritis better
In a new study, researchers found a new way of detecting rheumatoid arthritis using infrared light.
The new method could offer a better way of...
This new drug may treat migraine more effectively
In a new study, researchers found that a drug in a new generation of migraine headache treatments could reduce pain and bothersome symptoms for...
People with a sprained ankle may get too many opioids
In a new study, researchers found that although ankle sprain injuries are common, patients with the condition may get too many prescribed opioids.
The research...
Popular herb for pain and addiction treatment may be dangerous
In a new study, researchers found that the herb kratom is increasingly being used to manage pain and treat opioid addiction, but it's not...
Why marijuana may affect you and your friends differently
In a new study, researchers have discovered why marijuana affects different people differently.
They found that whether a person enjoys the experience or negative effects...
This drug may help reduce arthritis pain
In a new study, researchers found that drug tanezumab may help reduce arthritis pain effectively.
For people with osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee or hip,...
Being mindful may help you reduce pain
Mindfulness is related to being aware of the present moment without too much emotional reaction or judgment.
In a new study, researchers found that some...
Gout patients may get too many opioids
In a new study, researchers found that opioids may be inappropriately prescribed to treat gout.
The research was conducted by a team from Brown University.
Gout...
Doctors have a new way to reduce opioid prescriptions
In a new study, researchers found that doctors currently have a new way to reduce their patients' need for strong opioid medications after surgery.
They...