Scientists link chronic pain to higher dementia risk in older people
A new study led by the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has found that older Australians suffering from chronic pain are at a significantly...
Reducing sitting time by 40 minutes a day may prevent back pain
A new study from the University of Turku in Finland has found that reducing the time you spend sitting each day can help prevent...
Why is pain so exhausting
One of the most common feelings associated with persisting pain is fatigue and this fatigue can become overwhelming.
People with chronic pain can report being...
AI chatbots could give effective advice for low back pain
A new study has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, such as ChatGPT, might be nearly as effective as consulting a doctor when it...
Scientists find big cause of rheumatoid arthritis in gut
A groundbreaking study led by scientists from the University of Colorado has uncovered a potential trigger for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a chronic autoimmune disease.
This...
New treatment offers big knee pain relief in older people
Scientists at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital have recently uncovered a promising new way to treat knee pain, particularly benefiting those aged 50 and above.
Their...
Exercise can help people with osteoarthritis cope with depression
A new study suggests that staying active might be especially important for people with osteoarthritis who experience more severe pain.
According to research published in...
Migraine headaches are linked to blood sugar problems
Ever wondered why some people seem to suffer from headaches or migraines more often than others?
It turns out that genetics, or the blueprint that...
New injection could reduce back pain effectively
Back pain is a common problem that many people face, especially as they get older. One of the leading causes of this pain is...
This drug shows promise in treating hand pain caused by osteoarthritis
If you or someone you know has ever experienced persistent hand pain, you know how much it can affect daily life. Simple tasks, like...