What is diabetic neuropathy pain and can your diet affect it?
Let's start with some basics. Diabetes is a disease that affects a lot of people, around 37 million in the United States alone.
This is...
The quest to cure back pain: scientists’ discovery offers new hope
Imagine if you had to deal with pain in your lower back every single day.
It's a problem that many adults have. But the causes...
Scientists find a new cause of inflammation
Inflammation is your body's superhero that fights the bad guys - like germs from a scraped knee.
The battle with pain: a different look at opioids
We're going to tell you about a study done on a type of medicine called opioids. These medicines are used to ease pain, but...
Cannabis use may increase pain after surgery
Have you ever heard of cannabis? Some adults use it for various reasons, including to manage pain.
But a recent study shows that adults who...
A new hope for people with high cholesterol
Imagine you have a sink in your house that keeps getting clogged up. It can be a real pain, right?
Something similar can happen in...
Spinal cord stimulation may reduce neuropathy pain in people with diabetes
Preliminary findings from a study to be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 75th Annual Meeting suggests that high-frequency spinal cord stimulation may...
Migraine headaches could be a marker for heart disease risks, particularly in women
Migraines have long been known to be more than just an intense headache. They often involve sensitivity to light and sound and can be...
Scientists find better meds for neuropathic pain
Researchers recommend considering either nortriptyline or duloxetine as the initial options for treating CSPN before exploring other medications.
The hidden cost of weight-loss surgery: weak bones
Obesity is a big problem for many kids and young adults. To deal with this, some of them undergo surgery that helps them lose...