Pain Stories
Stress May Be a Major Contributing Factor to Back Pain
February 06, 2007
When someone is suffering from back pain, their employer's first reaction may be to send them to a physiotherapist or osteopath. But new research into the causes of back pain suggests this may not be the best solution. The answer may be to make their job less stressful. Story
Alternative Medicine: Tuina: Ancient Pain Relief Meets Modern Life
February 8, 2007
Tuina (pronounced "twee-naa") has been used widely in traditional medicine clinics and hospitals in China as well as in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand and Taiwan for thousands of years. The knowledge and skill has been accumulated and improved throughout its very long history. Story
Use of Skin Products Containing Numbing Ingredients (Topical Anesthetic Drugs) for Cosmetic Procedures and Potential Life-Threatening Side Effects
February 7, 2007
FDA informed consumers and healthcare professionals of the potential
hazards of using skin numbing products containing topical anesthetic
drugs such as lidocaine, tetracaine, benzocaine, and prilocaine in a
cream, ointment, or gel. Story
Easing Back Pain the Alternative Way
February 6, 2007
Many pain specialists now say therapies such as acupuncture may help more than drugs or surgery Story
Chiropractic Care Plays Pivotal Role for U.S. Military Personnel
February 1, 2007
need to accelerate, expand integration of chiropractic care into the VA health care system. Story
Physical Therapy Can Help Relieve Boomers' Back Pain
February 01, 2007
Because of increasingly demanding jobs, hectic daily schedules, participating in recreational activities, and caring for children, etc. back pain is becoming a common thread among baby boomers. However, this generation is less resigned to simply accept the changes brought about by aging, says the American Physical Therapy Association. Story
National Institute on Drug Abuse Meeting is First at NIH to Bring Together Clinicians and Researchers on the Issue of Opioid Addiction and Pain Treatment
January 31, 2007
The goal of this two-day meeting (March 5-6, 2007) is to inform researchers and practitioners about the state of the science of the intersection of addiction and pain management. The meeting is co-sponsored by the American Medical Association and the NIH Pain Consortium. Story
Tai Chi Tackles Peripheral Neuropathy
January 23, 2007
Li Li, professor of kinesiology at LSU, is conducting a study into the benefits of tai chi for elderly peripheral neuropathy patients. So far, those practicing tai chi show far greater levels of improvement that those pursuing more traditional methods of treatment. Story
An Alternative to Spinal Fusion for Back-Pain Sufferers
January 16, 2007
In November, a new device offering an alternative to spinal fusion was approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The next day, surgeons at University of Utah Hospital performed the country's first implant of the Stabilimax Bar Spine Stabilization System. Story
Management of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
By Dixit, Sameer; Difiori, John P; Burton, Monique; Mines, Brandon
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is the most common cause of knee pain in the outpatient setting. Recent research has shown that physical therapy is effective in treating PFPS. There is little evidence to support the routine use of knee braces or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Surgery should be considered only after failure of a comprehensive rehabilitation program. Educating patients about modification of risk factors is important in preventing recurrence. Story
Exercise Through the Pain, Some Sports Doctors Say
January 16, 2007
Just before the end of last year, a prominent orthopedic surgeon was stretching to lift a heavy box and twisted his back. The pain was agonizing. He couldn't sit, and when he lay down he could barely get up. So the surgeon, Dr. James Weinstein of Dartmouth College, decided to go out for a run. Story
Arthritis, Rheumatism Cost U.S. $128B
January 12, 2007
The nation's costs for arthritis and related conditions rose to $128 billion in 2003, and the tab will continue to grow as the U.S. population gets older and heavier, the government said Thursday. Story
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