Osteoarthritis may cause more serious health problems, study finds
Osteoarthritis is a common condition that affects the joints. It causes pain, stiffness, and swelling, and makes it harder to move.
This happens when the...
Which drugs work best for unexplained nerve pain?
More than 20 million people in the U.S. live with neuropathic pain, a type of pain caused by damaged nerves. One common type is...
Why quitting smoking before surgery may temporarily increase pain
A new study has found that people who stop smoking before surgery may become more sensitive to pain and need more pain medication during...
Medical cannabis helps reduce opioid use in chronic pain
A new study has found that adults with chronic pain who used medical cannabis through New York State’s Medical Cannabis Program were less likely...
FDA-approved drug may help treat both alcohol addiction and pain
Scientists at Scripps Research have discovered that a drug already approved by the FDA for treating inflammation might also help people who struggle with...
Chronic pain may strongly increase high blood pressure risk
A new study has found that chronic pain may raise the risk of developing high blood pressure.
The study, published in the American Heart Association...
Scientists find better way to treat back pain in older adults
About 20 years ago, Gregory Hicks started a research journey that few people in the United States were exploring at the time: studying long-term...
New treatments for severe shoulder pain
Shoulder pain can affect people of all ages, especially those with injuries, medical problems, or wear and tear from aging.
In many cases, non-surgical treatments...
Old painkiller shows new promise in stopping cancer spread
Cancer becomes much more dangerous when it spreads to other parts of the body. This spreading is called metastasis, and it causes most deaths...
A common drug may finally ease hand pain, scientists say
Have you or someone you care about felt pain in your hands that makes everyday things hard to do? Simple actions like buttoning your...