Cannabis may not reduce sleep problems, cancer pain in the long run
In a new study, researchers found that medicinal cannabis might not ease sleep problems in people with chronic pain over the long term, because...
Pain treatment is a big challenge in Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that the treatment and management of pain in people with Alzheimer's disease (AD) can be a challenge due...
Drugs for minor pains may increase autism, ADHD risk if used in pregnancy
Acetaminophen is used to treat many conditions such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers.
It can reduce minor aches and pains,...
This diet may help treat neuropathy in type 2 diabetes
Neuropathy is the most prevalent complication of type 2 diabetes (T2D) and pre-diabetes.
The progression of neuropathy in pre-diabetic and T2D patients correlates with increased...
These 5 things could predict chronic migraine headaches
In a new study, researchers found five big predictors of chronic migraine.
The research was conducted by a team at the Albert Einstein College of...
Why cholesterol-lowering drug statins cause muscle pain
The use of statin drugs to lower cholesterol, and ultimately reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, has become widespread.
Previous studies suggest that nearly half...
This drug could save people with opioid overdose, but less than 2% of them...
In a new study, researchers found that only a tiny minority of people at risk for an opioid overdose actually are prescribed a drug...
These common behaviors could reduce pain, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found that people who engage in altruistic behaviors (extending kindness to others without expecting anything in return) feel less...
Effective early prevention of neuropathic pain
An unpleasant tingling in the hands and feet, numbness, fuzzy and burning sensations—these symptoms may indicate a neuropathy, a disease of the nervous system.
If...
This therapy could reduce incontinence, pain in men after prostate surgery
For decades, therapy to strengthen pelvic muscles has been the standard treatment for men dealing with urinary incontinence after prostate surgery.
But in a new...