AI can help detect and treat opioid addiction more effectively
A new study shows that using artificial intelligence (AI) to screen hospital patients for opioid addiction can help doctors identify those in need of...
Why do I get headaches when I exercise, even when I drink lots of...
Getting a headache during or after exercise can be seriously frustrating—especially if you have kept hydrated to try and stop them from happening.
But why...
Existing drug shows promise for easing lower back pain
Lower back pain is something most people will deal with at some point—around 8 out of 10 people, in fact. It can be mild...
Delays in psoriatic arthritis diagnosis can cause lasting damage, experts warn
Scientists are urging quicker diagnosis and treatment of psoriatic arthritis to prevent long-term harm to patients.
Psoriatic arthritis, or PsA, is a common inflammatory condition...
Virtual reality shows promise in easing cancer pain
A new study suggests that virtual reality (VR) may offer meaningful pain relief for people with cancer.
By letting patients explore peaceful underwater scenes through...
Shoes that can warn you of injuries? How wearable technology is transforming foot care
Your feet work hard every day supporting your body, absorbing impact and adapting to different surfaces. But they often get ignored until something goes...
FDA-approved drug could effectively reduce pain after surgery
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina have made a promising discovery that could improve how we manage pain after surgery — and...
A common drug could effectively treat hand pain caused by osteoarthritis
Have you or someone you know ever felt a constant ache or stiffness in your hands—pain that makes everyday tasks like buttoning a shirt,...
New non-surgical treatment offers relief for knee pain in older people
A recent study by MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has brought hope to people suffering from chronic knee pain, especially those aged 50 and older.
The...
What your headaches might be telling about your blood sugar
Have you ever wondered why some people get headaches or migraines more often than others? The answer may lie in something deep inside us—our...