How meditation can help manage chronic pain
Living with chronic pain can be exhausting and overwhelming.
For millions of people, this ongoing discomfort affects every aspect of life, from work and relationships...
Scientists develop new injection treatment for chronic back pain
Back pain is something many of us have experienced.
Maybe you bent down to pick something up, and suddenly, “Ouch!”—your back gave out. It’s a...
How to ease joint pain naturally
Chronic joint pain can make daily life difficult, whether it’s caused by arthritis, an old injury, or another condition. While medications can help, many...
Can depression drugs help reduce chronic pain?
A recent study has raised concerns about the widespread use of antidepressants for managing chronic pain, revealing that many of these medications are being...
Common painkillers may negatively impact heart, kidney, weight and more
Painkillers are essential for managing both short-term and long-term pain, offering relief to millions of people worldwide.
However, recent studies suggest that some commonly used...
New treatment can reduce knee pain without surgeries
Scientists at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital have found a new treatment that provides significant relief from knee pain, particularly for individuals aged 50 and...
Study finds best drug for unexplained neuropathic pain
Neuropathic pain, a chronic and debilitating condition, affects over 20 million people in the United States. Among these cases, at least 25% fall under...
Can long-term use of this painkiller raise blood pressure?
A study from the University of Edinburgh has revealed that long-term use of paracetamol might increase the risk of heart disease and strokes for...
New guidelines expand first aid skills for opioid overdoses, seizures
First aid has always been about quickly helping someone in trouble before professional help arrives. Over the years, people have been trained to handle...
Opioid use disorder linked to strong chronic pain, study finds
Scientists have long recognized a link between opioid use disorder (OUD) and chronic pain, but the brain processes behind this connection remain unclear.
Researchers at...