Common pain relievers may worsen knee pain, study finds
Osteoarthritis is a common affliction, affecting millions of people across the globe. It commonly impacts joints like the knees, hips, and hands, causing the...
Scientists find a new, less-invasive way to tackle knee pain
The Everyday Struggles of Knee Pain
Most of us have been active in some way or another throughout our lives, whether it's through walking, running,...
How older people and their caregivers view pain, depression
Adults, especially older ones, may sometimes struggle to convey the specifics of their symptoms and quality of life to healthcare providers.
This can be due...
Scientists find new way to protect healthy joints from osteoarthritis
In groundbreaking research led by Justin Parreno, an assistant professor at the University of Delaware, a previously unstudied protein called adseverin has been found...
Researchers find complex links between chronic pain and mental health
Chronic pain is often more than just a physical condition.
According to Kurt Kroenke, M.D., of Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Medicine, it's...
Pain after a heart attack is a silent warning sign of death risk
The Connection Between Pain and Heart Attacks
Did you know that if you experience a lot of pain after a heart attack, it might mean...
People with chronic pain who take opioids need better health care
Over the last decade, there's been a significant change in the way doctors prescribe painkillers.
Why? There was a big problem with too many people...
How chronic pain is linked to depression, anxiety
Dealing with persistent pain isn't just a physical challenge; it often goes hand-in-hand with emotional troubles like depression and anxiety.
A prominent doctor has highlighted...
Magic mushrooms may be a new hope for migraine headache treatment
You've probably heard of "magic mushrooms". These aren't the typical mushrooms you'd toss in your salad.
They contain a special ingredient called psilocybin that has...
Common headache medicine may strongly reduce blood pressure
It seems that a common painkiller, acetaminophen, which many of us use for headaches, has a surprising side effect when given in hospitals.
Acetaminophen is...