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Researchers identify genetic factor linked to development of diabetic peripheral neuropathy

Researchers from Joslin Diabetes Center, using a genome-wide association study, have identified a genetic factor linked to the development of diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

12 Jun 2019

Researchers find lower opioid prescriptions rates in states that implemented medical cannabis laws

Using data from privately-insured adults, new findings from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston revealed that there is a lower level of opioids prescribed in states that have allowed the use of medical marijuana.

11 Jun 2019

Study finds potential treatment for patients with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

A study, published today in PNAS, has found a potential treatment for patients with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.

11 Jun 2019

FDA overlooked red flags in drugmaker’s testing of new depression medicine

Ketamine is a darling of combat medics and clubgoers, an anesthetic that can quiet your pain without suppressing breathing and a hallucinogenic that can get you high with little risk of a fatal overdose.

11 Jun 2019

New case study about cannabis hyperemesis syndrome in palliative care

The medical use of cannabis is growing. Medical marijuana may improve symptoms including pain and anorexia. While it may improve nausea and vomiting, it can rarely cause a hyperemesis syndrome with chronic use.

11 Jun 2019

Tart cherry reduces joint pain and sore muscles in some breast cancer patients, study shows

Tart cherry reduces the musculoskeletal effects of aromatase inhibitors in patients with non-metastatic breast cancer, according to new findings from a clinical trial by researchers at Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center.

10 Jun 2019

Promising methods for early detection and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disorder that leads to significant health issues as well as high treatment costs. In this themed issue of Clinical Therapeutics, published by Elsevier, experts review multiple aspects of RA detection and intervention with the overall goal of moving the field closer to developing effective preventive measures.

10 Jun 2019

Bridging the Gaps to Advance Research in the Cannabis Industry

In this interview, Joshua Crossney outlines his talk at Pittcon 2019, aimed to bring together analytical scientists with the medical cannabis community to bridge the gaps and advance research in the cannabis industry.

From Pittcon 10 Jun 2019

FDA authorizes marketing of first medical device for pain relief in adolescents with IBS

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today permitted marketing of the first medical device to aid in the reduction of functional abdominal pain in patients 11-18 years of age with irritable bowel syndrome when combined with other therapies for IBS.

10 Jun 2019

World’s first clinical guidance on anal sex after prostate cancer treatments

UK doctors and surgeons have formulated what is probably the world's first clinical guidance on anal sex before, during, and after diagnosis and treatment for prostate cancer.

10 Jun 2019

Prostate cancer diagnosis gets a boost from MRI

Traditionally prostate cancers have been diagnosed using biopsies of the tumour masses. New research from researchers at University College London (UCL) has shown that a more accurate diagnostic means for prostate cancers is MRI scans and targeted biopsies.

9 Jun 2019

Robotic surgery for oropharyngeal cancer not better than radiation therapy, study finds

In 2012, scientists at Lawson Health Research Institute launched the world's first clinical trial comparing robotic surgery to radiation therapy for the treatment of oropharyngeal cancer (cancer at the back of the throat).

7 Jun 2019

Three-drug combination could be effective therapy for people with advanced melanoma

A UCLA-led research team has pinpointed a three-drug combination that could prove to be an effective new therapy for people with a specific type of advanced melanoma.

7 Jun 2019

Hot water therapy as effective as exercise for individuals with peripheral artery disease

Hot water therapy may help manage peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a common condition affecting blood flow to the arms and legs, just as well as exercise, according to new research.

7 Jun 2019

QUT researcher receives award for risk assessment tool for delayed healing of venous leg ulcers

Dr Parker's presentation on the assessment tool and its potential to help curb the $4 billion annual cost of treating chronic wounds received the top award at the CRC Association Collaborate Innovate 2019 Conference last week.

7 Jun 2019

Early plans can improve quality of life for hospice patients

Careful documentation of a hospice patient's end-of-life wishes - and prominently noting that information in health records early - could prevent unwanted hospitalizations and medical interventions, a new study suggests.

6 Jun 2019

Mother’s physical and emotional health during pregnancy has an effect on baby’s health

Athletes invest hours practicing before a big game. Runners train for months leading up to a marathon. A mother-to-be should likewise prepare herself for the mental and physical rigor of pregnancy, labor and caring for a newborn.

6 Jun 2019

War against mosquitoes saves lives and money in Sri Lanka

A large-scale drive against mosquitoes in Sri Lanka reduced the incidence of dengue fever and saved a lot of money as well, according to a study led by the New York University of Global Public Health.

6 Jun 2019

NIH funds clinical trials to assess applicability of genomics for treating chronic diseases

The National Institutes of Health will fund clinical trials to assess the benefits, applicability and efficacy of applying genomic medicine interventions to improve management of diseases such as high blood pressure, depression and chronic pain.

6 Jun 2019

Listening to music reduces symptom severity, pain intensity in breast cancer patients

A European Journal of Cancer Care study found that listening to music at home reduced the severity of symptoms, pain intensity, and fatigue experienced by patients with breast cancer.

6 Jun 2019

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Latest Pain News and Research

Researchers identify genetic factor linked to development of diabetic peripheral neuropathy

Researchers find lower opioid prescriptions rates in states that implemented medical cannabis laws

Study finds potential treatment for patients with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

FDA overlooked red flags in drugmaker’s testing of new depression medicine

New case study about cannabis hyperemesis syndrome in palliative care

Tart cherry reduces joint pain and sore muscles in some breast cancer patients, study shows

Promising methods for early detection and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

Bridging the Gaps to Advance Research in the Cannabis Industry

FDA authorizes marketing of first medical device for pain relief in adolescents with IBS

World’s first clinical guidance on anal sex after prostate cancer treatments

Prostate cancer diagnosis gets a boost from MRI

Robotic surgery for oropharyngeal cancer not better than radiation therapy, study finds

Three-drug combination could be effective therapy for people with advanced melanoma

Hot water therapy as effective as exercise for individuals with peripheral artery disease

QUT researcher receives award for risk assessment tool for delayed healing of venous leg ulcers

Early plans can improve quality of life for hospice patients

Mother’s physical and emotional health during pregnancy has an effect on baby’s health

War against mosquitoes saves lives and money in Sri Lanka

NIH funds clinical trials to assess applicability of genomics for treating chronic diseases

Listening to music reduces symptom severity, pain intensity in breast cancer patients

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