Moderators call for AI controls after Reddit Answers suggests heroin for pain relief
We’ve seen artificial intelligence give some pretty bizarre responses to queries as chatbots become more common. Today, Reddit…
Food insecurity and loneliness linked to higher risk of chronic pain after surgery
People who experience food insecurity or loneliness are much more likely to develop chronic pain after surgery, according…
Common opioid is not that effective for easing chronic pain, study finds
Tramadol, a potent synthetic opioid, has been widely used to treat moderate to severe pain, but a new…
Anxiety doesn’t only ruin one’s mental health, studies reveal something more concerning |
It is often believed that anxiety is something that’s ‘just in the head’ and the sense of ‘restlessness’…
Brain stimulation may help people with multiple sclerosis cut back on excessive cannabis use
A noninvasive device that delivers weak electrical currents to the brain may help those with multiple sclerosis cut…
Pain medicine physician reveals 7 natural relief options to manage chronic pain: Turmeric, CBD, fish oil and more
Living with chronic pain can be exhausting, and while prescription medicines are often necessary, many people look to…
New genetic test redefines diagnosis and management of hereditary pancreatitis
A new genetic test developed at Mayo Clinic is redefining how clinicians diagnose and manage hereditary pancreatitis. Pancreatitis, inflammation…
Healthy diet found to reduce chronic pain beyond weight loss
We all know the benefits of a healthy diet. But new research from the University of South Australia…
This Simple Activity Prevents Chronic Back Pain
A large-scale study has found that daily walking can significantly reduce the risk of chronic lower back problems.…
10 Medications and Techniques to Mediate Chronic Pain
Not too long ago, I was skiing with my kids on their spring break when my mother called.…
How a single gene reshapes pain perception through polyamine signaling
A breakthrough discovery reveals how the SLC45A4 gene fine-tunes polyamine transport in sensory neurons, reshaping our understanding of…
Off-label ketamine use for chronic pain lacks scientific basis
The off-label use of ketamine to treat chronic pain is not supported by scientific evidence, a new Cochrane…