Virtual rehab: a new way benefit people with frailty
As people get older, their bodies naturally start to slow down. We call this 'frailty'.
It means that a person has lost some of their...
Scientists uncover an important cause of chronic inflammation
A recent study by the University of South Australia has identified a direct relationship between low levels of vitamin D and high levels of...
Research does not recommend opioid use in people with chronic pain
Chronic pain, or pain that lasts for more than three months, is a serious health issue affecting millions of Americans. One common treatment for...
Back pain and depression strongly connect to each other
Back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting over 619 million people globally.
This number is expected to increase to 840 million within...
How a self-managed program could battle frailty
A team of researchers at Flinders University is developing an innovative program that's showing promising results in the fight against frailty in older adults.
The...
Being flexible can protect mental health in people with chronic pain
Pain is a part of life. But for one in five people, pain isn't just an occasional inconvenience - it's a constant companion.
This is...
Scientists find link between migraine headaches and blood sugar levels
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have headaches and migraines more often than others?
Well, a lot of this has to do...
Myths about will power and moral weakness keep people with opioid use disorder from...
The most effective science-based treatment for opioid use disorder is medication.
Methadone and buprenorphine prevent intense cravings and other symptoms of withdrawal, while naltrexone works...
Weak bone is a sign of dementia risk, study finds
When we grow old, our body changes. Sometimes, the bones become less strong. This is known as low bone density. Another change is dementia.
It...
Bones under stress: how worries can slow down bone healing
When we're feeling stressed, it's not just our minds that feel the pressure. Turns out, our bones feel it too. How so?
Well, a group...