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Implant placed alongside a blood vessel could replace bulkier devices that stimulate nerves

An implant little bigger than a grain of rice, put gently in place alongside a strategically placed blood vessel, could replace much bulkier devices that stimulate nerves.

31 Mar 2022

Chronic low back pain associated with regional brain atrophy

Chronic low back pain is associated with reductions in brain volume in areas involved in pain processing, reports a study in PAIN, the official publication of the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP). The journal is published in the Lippincott portfolio by Wolters Kluwer.

29 Mar 2022

SARS-CoV-2 virus may have lingering effects on peripheral nerves

Adding to a growing body of evidence that, for many, problems related to COVID-19 linger longer than the initial infection, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that some people infected during the pandemic's early months experienced peripheral neuropathy - pain, tingling and numbness in the hands and feet - during and following their bouts with the virus.

25 Mar 2022

Tablet containing cannabidiol effectively reduces pain after shoulder surgery

An orally absorbed tablet containing cannabidiol (CBD) effectively reduces pain after shoulder surgery with no safety concerns, a new study finds.

25 Mar 2022

Deep-water cone snails produce a potentially painkilling compound, study reports

Scientists already know that the venom of cone snails, which prowl the ocean floor for a fish dinner, contains compounds that can be adapted as pharmaceuticals to treat chronic pain, diabetes and other human maladies.

24 Mar 2022

UT Dallas researchers explore origins of chronic pain and the potential for better treatments

An investigation into how human nerve cells differ from animal cells has provided researchers from The University of Texas at Dallas' Center for Advanced Pain Studies with important clues in the pursuit of more effective treatments for chronic pain.

19 Mar 2022

Novel method can help find the most appropriate exercise therapy for osteoarthritis patients

Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of chronic pain and disability in the world. While no good structure modifying drugs are available to prevent or treat osteoarthritis, various forms of therapeutic exercise have been shown to be useful in relieving pain and improving physical functionality.

16 Mar 2022

Patients taking prescription opioids are at higher risk of developing mood disorders

People who are prescribed opioids for pain relief have a higher risk of developing mood disorders such as anxiety, University of Queensland researchers have found.

14 Mar 2022

Long COVID symptoms in families a year after SARS-CoV-2 infection or household exposure

A new study has analyzed symptoms up to one year of post-acute COVID-19 infection.

10 Mar 2022

U.S. health care systems reduce costs, improve patient experience by delivering integrative care

U.S. health care systems and clinics report reducing costs, improving patient experience and health, while enhancing clinician wellbeing by delivering integrative care, according to a new white paper published by The Family Medicine Education Consortium and Samueli Foundation.

9 Mar 2022

15 medical societies establish seven guiding principles for perioperative treatment of acute pain

The American Society of Anesthesiologists and 14 leading medical specialty organizations established seven guiding principles to better address the perioperative treatment of acute pain in complex surgical patients.

8 Mar 2022

Study shows anti-itch and pain relief potential of protein in tick saliva

A protein found in tick saliva could be turned into a drug that eases itching and chronic pain in people.

8 Mar 2022

Early menarche associated with chronic pain outcomes in women

Women who were younger at the time of their first menstrual period (menarche) are more likely to report chronic pain in adulthood, reports a study in PAIN®, the official publication of the International Association for the Study of Pain. The journal is published in the Lippincott portfolio by Wolters Kluwer.

4 Mar 2022

Calls to overhaul methadone distribution intensify, but clinics resist

Days typically start early for patients undergoing opioid addiction treatment at Denver Recovery Group's six methadone clinics in Colorado.

3 Mar 2022

Australian bull ants' venom component exploits a pain pathway in mammals

Australian bull ants have evolved a venom molecule perfectly tuned to target one of their predators – the echidna – that also could have implications for people with long-term pain, University of Queensland researchers say.

2 Mar 2022

Drug misuse is not exclusive to the opioid epidemic, suggests study

Drug misuse is not exclusive to the opioid epidemic, according to a recent West Virginia University study. Every year, about 50,000 people in the United States are admitted to the emergency room due to misuse of a common over-the-counter pain medication – acetaminophen.

2 Mar 2022

Chronic Pain News and Research

Implant placed alongside a blood vessel could replace bulkier devices that stimulate nerves

Chronic low back pain associated with regional brain atrophy

SARS-CoV-2 virus may have lingering effects on peripheral nerves

Tablet containing cannabidiol effectively reduces pain after shoulder surgery

Deep-water cone snails produce a potentially painkilling compound, study reports

UT Dallas researchers explore origins of chronic pain and the potential for better treatments

Novel method can help find the most appropriate exercise therapy for osteoarthritis patients

Patients taking prescription opioids are at higher risk of developing mood disorders

Long COVID symptoms in families a year after SARS-CoV-2 infection or household exposure

U.S. health care systems reduce costs, improve patient experience by delivering integrative care

15 medical societies establish seven guiding principles for perioperative treatment of acute pain

Study shows anti-itch and pain relief potential of protein in tick saliva

Early menarche associated with chronic pain outcomes in women

Calls to overhaul methadone distribution intensify, but clinics resist

Australian bull ants' venom component exploits a pain pathway in mammals

Drug misuse is not exclusive to the opioid epidemic, suggests study

‘Injections, injections, injections’: Troubling questions follow closure of sprawling pain clinic chain

Poll: Most parents have limited knowledge about CBD products for children

Music therapy is beneficial for patients with sickle cell disease

Study characterizes brain changes in adolescents affected by juvenile fibromyalgia

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Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

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