This pain relief drug may harm blood pressure health
Your blood pressure is measured with two numbers: systolic and diastolic. Systolic pressure is the force when the heart's ventricles pump blood out, while...
People with leg artery disease have higher risk of amputation
People in their 50s with severely narrowed leg arteries face a high risk of major amputations even after emergency surgery to restore blood flow,...
High-tech bandages: A new hope for faster healing and infection prevention
When we get wounds, we want them to heal quickly and without complications.
However, infections and other issues can slow down the healing process.
Chronic wounds...
People with arthritis have high risk of anxiety, depression, and fibromyalgia
Nearly four in 10 patients with osteoarthritis (OA) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) also experience anxiety, depression, or fibromyalgia, according to a study published on...
How a microbe helps heal diabetic wounds
Keeping cuts and sores clean is essential, but new research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania reveals that a...
How to treat arthritis effectively
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. It can make everyday activities challenging and affect the quality of...
New injection may effectively reduce back pain
Back pain is a common issue that affects many adults every day. A major cause of this pain is a condition called degenerative disk...
Scientists find most effective treatment for neuropathic pain
More than 20 million people in the U.S. suffer from neuropathic pain, and at least 25% of these cases are classified as cryptogenic sensory...
A wearable device to prevent falls in older people
As we age, staying upright and maintaining good posture becomes more challenging due to a combination of weakening muscles, changes in vision, and alterations...
Gout vs. arthritis: Understanding the differences and treatments
Gout and arthritis are two common conditions that cause joint pain and inflammation, but they have different causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Understanding these differences can...