The following comes from Indiana University and is based on research published in journal, Cell Reports, noting that genes identified as affecting nerve sensitivity in fruit flies could represent future drug targets in human pain management. […]
A recent article in the Sun Sentinel by Mike Clary illustrates the lengths that people in pain will go to obtain relief. […]
Automobile accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. A stroke may last a few seconds or a few hours. But the pain as a result can last forever. Whether moderate or severe, immediate or months proceeding, victims of [...]
Get Relief for Sciatica Pain. Many hard-working Americans carry the sentiment, “Work through pain.” And though perseverance is admirable, enduring physical pain could lead to more serious conditions. Due to work, auto accidents, and even for the name of beauty, sufferers [...]
In some social circles, children are deliberately exposed to viruses (such as the chickenpox) to promote immunity. This is referred as a “Pox Party,” influenced by the belief that chicken pox is a “one-time illness.” Mostly common in older adults, [...]
Sometimes a headache is not just a headache, but a real “pain in the neck!” In fact, misconceptions about the origin of head pain often lead to misdiagnosis and a prolongation of symptoms. Cervicogenic headache, for example, is a syndrome [...]
Sometimes seeking relief from chronic pain can seem overwhelming! But if you also have a “sense” that something is not quite right-such as lack of coordination or regularly dropping things, know that it is not "all in your head." Peripheral Neuropathy [...]
It's no secret that getting older is often associated with pain and reduced function. So if you're not quite ready to blow out your birthday candles at your next birthday, there is hope! Painful conditions such as neck pain and low back [...]
Need to lay your back pain to rest but can't get sleep? Though rest can serve as a natural remedy for low back pain, sufferers with chronic back pain-such as sacroiliitis- are often sleep deprived due to extreme sleep discomfort. [...]
The sun is shining, birds are chirping, shorts and t-shirt weather is here at last. Now it’s time to pull out your favorite warm weather footwear, the ever popular flip flop, and head outside. Not so fast! It’s easy to [...]