New injection may effectively reduce back pain
Back pain is a common issue that affects many adults every day. A major cause of this pain is a condition called degenerative disk...
Scientists find most effective treatment for neuropathic pain
More than 20 million people in the U.S. suffer from neuropathic pain, and at least 25% of these cases are classified as cryptogenic sensory...
A wearable device to prevent falls in older people
As we age, staying upright and maintaining good posture becomes more challenging due to a combination of weakening muscles, changes in vision, and alterations...
Gout vs. arthritis: Understanding the differences and treatments
Gout and arthritis are two common conditions that cause joint pain and inflammation, but they have different causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Understanding these differences can...
How to manage arthritis with diet
Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints.
While there's no cure for arthritis, certain dietary choices can help...
Common causes of arthritis everyone should know
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain and inflammation in the joints, making it difficult to move and perform everyday tasks. It affects millions...
Scientists find new cause of migraine headaches
Migraine is a chronic and debilitating neurological condition that affects women three to four times more often than men.
Despite affecting an estimated 1.1 billion...
Study shows neglected care facilities linked to hip fractures in older people
You might think people in care facilities receive the best care possible, but a new study shows that’s not always true.
Researchers found that between...
New light-activated compounds offer hope for treating neuropathic pain
A team of researchers from the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) has developed an innovative way to treat neuropathic pain using light.
This new...
New non-surgical treatment strongly reduces knee pain in older adults
A recent study from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has discovered a promising non-surgical treatment that significantly reduces knee pain, especially in individuals aged 50...