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...
Marijuana may help treat pain and sleep problems
In a new study, researchers found cannabis could be an effective treatment option for both pain relief and insomnia.
It is good news for people...
Scientists could see patients’ real-time pain with new tech
Many patients, especially those who are anesthetized or emotionally challenged, cannot communicate precisely about their pain.
For this reason, University of Michigan researchers have developed...
Chronic pain linked to depression, schizophrenia, arthritis and PTSD
In a new genetic study, researchers found that chronic pain is linked to multiple health conditions such as depression, schizophrenia, arthritis, and PTSD.
It is the...
How to treat pain without using opioids
It is known that opioids are powerful painkillers, but they are not the only option to reduce pain.
In addition, opioids can bring dangerous health...
8 simple tips to avoid exercise injuries
It is known that regular exercise is good for our body and safe for most everyone.
However, with any type of exercise, there is a...
Common depression drugs may interact with opioid painkillers
In a new study, researchers found that common antidepressants can interact with the opioid pain medication tramadol and make it less effective for pain...
Scientists find a new treatment for osteoarthritis
In a new study, researchers have found a new type of treatment for osteoarthritis, which shows promise for eventual use in human patients.
It is...
Gut bacteria linked to chronic pain
In a new study, researchers found that a link between a disease involving chronic pain and alterations in the gut microbiome.
The research was done...