Pain Management

How to live with gout

Gout is a common and painful type of arthritis (swelling in one or more of your joints). It usually first appears in a big toe or lower limb.

Exercise linked to higher pain tolerance – new study

Many benefits come from regularly exercising, including stronger muscles, lower risk of disease and improved mental health. But a recent study suggests that exercise may...

Ankylosing spondylitis: machine learning could pave the way for early diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is the second most common type of inflammatory arthritis, often affecting teenagers and young adults.

Anti-inflammatory drugs may worsen chronic pain

A recent study has raised concerns about the use of anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids as pain relievers, suggesting that they may increase the likelihood of developing chronic pain.

Nasal spray medicine: A new hope for chronic migraine headache

About Chronic Migraine and Ketamine Do you know someone who often suffers from severe headaches? These are called migraines. Some people have them almost every day,...

Can a simple pill lower the need for knee replacement surgeries?

A study has found that a pill called colchicine might help reduce the need for knee and hip replacement surgeries.

Mapping pain in the brain: A revolutionary approach to treating chronic pain

Chronic pain is a big problem worldwide, making it hard for many people to live their everyday lives. It's like having a terrible toothache...

A new hope for chronic pain sufferers: Reducing dependence on opioids

Scientists from the University of Warwick and The James Cook University Hospital have found a possible solution for dependence on opioids.

The mystery of a woman who doesn’t feel pain: Scientists dive deeper

Who is Jo Cameron? Imagine if you could touch a hot stove or trip and scrape your knee but not feel any pain. It sounds...

An apple a day keeps frailty at bay: The flavonol frailty fighter!

Consuming plant-based foods that contain dietary compounds called flavonols, such as quercetin found in apples and blackberries, may reduce the risk of developing frailty in older adults.