People with migraine need to take care of their eyes
In a new study, researchers found migraine is linked to a higher risk of chronic dry eye disease.
The link is especially strong in older...
Where you live may influence how much opioid you use
In a recent study, researchers found where people live may determine how many opioids they can get.
For example, people who sought care for a...
What you should know about opioid addiction
Many people use opioids to treat chronic pain.
However, when they overuse the drugs, they can become addicted to it.
But it is not always easy...
Researchers develop two more effective drugs for pain relief
In a recent study, researchers have developed two new medications that can effectively reduce pain.
In addition, the two new drugs could prevent brain- and...
Moderate alcohol drinking linked to less chronic pain and depression
In a new study, researchers found drinking alcohol moderately is linked to reduced depression and chronic pain.
The research was conducted by pain researchers from...
Medical marijuana may reduce pain, sleep disorders or anxiety in older people
A new study has shown that medical marijuana may bring relief to older people who experience pain, sleep disorders or anxiety due to chronic...
New mobile bedside bioprinter could help heal wounds
A new study has created such a mobile skin bioprinting system.
The bioprinting system allows bi-layered skin to be printed directly into a wound.
This could...
Pinterest could benefit people with chronic pain
In a new study, researchers found that social media platform Pinterest is helping people with chronic pain cope.
Pinterest helps people cope by sharing self-care...
Opioid deaths jump fourfold in 20 years in the U.S.
A new study has shown that opioid-related deaths in the U.S. have jumped fourfold in the past 20 years.
In addition, the epidemic has shifted...
Smokers have a higher risk of low back pain
A new study has found that smokers are at high risk for low back pain.
The finding shows they also have higher rates of healthcare...