Migraine: A common headache disorder that is underdiagnosed and undertreated
Migraine is a common chronic health condition and a leading cause of disability globally. However, even in Canada, with a universal health-care system, migraine...
Common painkiller for headaches may treat high blood pressure
A medicine that many of us have in our homes, known as acetaminophen, is mostly used to ease headaches. We typically swallow this medicine...
Scientists find a promising way to reduce chronic pain
If you suffer from chronic pain, you might be interested to learn about a relatively new pain treatment called "scrambler therapy."
Recent research shows this...
Millions across the world live with low back pain, but addressing major risk factors...
Low back pain is the leading cause of disability in the world, with over 600 million people living with the condition.
This is one of...
Your gut health may play a role in joint pain, arthritis, study finds
A big team of doctors from the United States and the United Kingdom made a discovery. They found a link between our stomach and...
Depression drugs may not help with chronic pain
Do you know someone who takes antidepressants for chronic pain? It's actually a pretty common practice.
But, a recent study has found that most antidepressants...
Scientists find new way to treat chronic pain
Researchers at NYU College of Dentistry's Pain Research Center have developed a groundbreaking gene therapy that aims to treat chronic pain by indirectly managing...
Scientists find new way to treat chronic pain after spinal cord injury
A new study suggests that hypnosis can help individuals with recent spinal cord injuries develop coping strategies for managing chronic pain.
Almost 90% of the...
An usually depression drug could help treat chronic pain, study finds
Imagine dealing with pain that never seems to go away. This is the reality for many people who suffer from something called neuropathic pain.
Neuropathic...
What to ask your doctor before taking opioids
Every patient should ask questions when getting a new prescription.
This is especially important when your doctor, dentist or other health care professional prescribes you...