Why you should not use opioids as sleep aids
In a new study, researchers found that opioids cannot help people with chronic pain to sleep better.
Instead, the drugs may disturb people’s sleep at...
Friends and family, not doctors, may mainly contribute to opioid misuse
In a new study, researchers found that family members and friends rather than doctors may serve as a gateway to opioid abuse in patients.
The...
Depression drugs and opioids may double the risk of falls and fractures
In a new study, researchers found that opioids, antidepressants, or other psychotropic drugs may increase the risk of falls and bone fractures in older...
This app may help control pain, reducing opioid use after surgery
In a new study, researchers found that a smartphone app called PainCoach could help patients control their pain at home after a knee replacement...
More than half of patients don’t need opioids after surgery, says new study
In a new study from the University of Michigan, researchers found that an opioid-sparing strategy could help patients manage pain after surgery without opioids.
They...
A big cause of the current opioid crisis
Recently, researchers led by Monash University have found that inappropriate pain control after surgery causes most of the opioid abuse.
This may be the big...
These drugs and supplements may help treat headache
Headache is a common health condition many people have.
Frequent or severe headaches can strongly interfere with daily activities and decrease quality of life.
According to...
This new painkiller may speed up recovery with fewer side effects
In a new study, researchers have developed a new painkiller that could help patients recover fast without increasing pain sensitivity or risk of chronic...
These 3 medications may help treat opioid addiction
Long-term use of opioids for reducing pains may increase people’s risk of opioid addiction.
It has become a big burden for public health, and scientists...
How to choose the best over-the-counter painkiller for your health
There are many types of over-the-counter pain medications available for people, and it can be difficult to know which type of painkiller will work...