This knee pain treatment works best for older people
Knee pain is a common problem, especially for people over 50. A new study from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has found a treatment that...
Brazilian plant could reduce inflammation and arthritis, study finds
Researchers in Brazil have discovered that a native plant known as Joseph’s Coat (Alternanthera littoralis) may be useful in treating inflammation, pain, and arthritis.
The...
Smart bandage uses AI to speed up wound healing
Engineers at the University of California, Santa Cruz have developed a new smart bandage called “a-Heal” that may change how we treat wounds.
This wireless...
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...