A surprising drug could help reduce alcohol addiction and pain
A group of scientists at Scripps Research has found that a medicine already used to treat some skin and joint conditions might also help...
A breakthrough shot could end chronic back pain without surgery
Back pain is something many people go through at some point in their lives. Sometimes it starts from a simple action, like bending down...
Weight gain steadily increases risk of low back pain
Low back pain is a common problem that affects many people around the world. It can lead to disability, missed work, and high health...
Baby movements can help adults beat lower back pain
Lower back pain is one of the most common health issues in the world, affecting millions of people every day. It can make simple...
Can cannabis help reduce chronic pain? study explains the pros and cons
Chronic pain—pain that lasts for months or even years—can be extremely hard to manage. Many people living with this condition are now turning to...
Why feeling wronged can make chronic pain worse
Everyone knows that stress can make pain feel worse. But a new study shows that anger—especially when combined with a sense of unfairness—might be...
A painkiller might help stop cancer from spreading
Most people who die from cancer don’t die from the original tumor. They die because the cancer spreads to other parts of the body.
This...
Study shows a hidden trigger for rheumatoid arthritis
A new study led by researchers from the University of Colorado has uncovered a surprising connection between gut bacteria and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a...
The body’s ‘exercise sensor’ can keep bones strong in older people
A new study from the University of Hong Kong has revealed how exercise helps keep bones strong—and how we might mimic this effect in...
5 natural ways to ease arthritis and joint pain
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. It can make simple daily activities, like walking or picking up...