Pain Stories
International Narcotics Control Board says better access to pain meds needed
March 5, 2008
Many people, especially those in developing countries, needlessly suffer during childbirth or cancer because of insufficient painkiller use, a global watchdog said Wednesday. The low levels of consumption of opioid analgesics for the treatment of pain in many countries, in particular in developing countries, continues to be a matter of serious concern medicine. Story
Problems hamper sickle cell treatment
March 4, 2008
Ten years after government approval of the first sickle cell treatment, only a tiny fraction of patients use the drug — despite new research showing the disease is far more painful than doctors ever suspected. Story
Keep typing: wrist injuries are falling
March 4, 2008
Carpal tunnel cases have plummeted, declining 21 percent in 2006 alone, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Some experts think some of those patients had "referred pain" from trouble elsewhere, such as the neck. Other theories claim attention to ergonomics has prevented injuries or that they have become underreported because they lack the immediacy of a broken bone. Story
Innovative, reversible solution treats lumbar spinal stenosis
March 3, 2008
A new, less invasive procedure helps bring patients relief from symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis. The 45-to-90 minute, reversible procedure can be performed under local anesthesia and involves implanting a titanium alloy device into the spine. Story
Take a look at the new Partners Against Pain website!
February 20, 2008
Purdue Pharma L.P. is proud to announce a revitalized and redesigned Partners Against Pain website. You will be able to find important information and resources on pain management in an easy-to-navigate and updated format. Story
Achilles tendon surgery advances speed recovery
February 21, 2008
Many Achilles tendon surgery patients are getting back on their feet faster, thanks to new procedures and techniques. The introduction of tissue graft products, bone anchors, radio frequency treatments and new arthroscopic procedures provides patients with less invasive treatments and speedier recovery times. Story
Car maker goes holistic to cure back pain
February 18, 2008
An automobile manufacturer has found providing a holistic approach to treating back pain in its U.S. workers lowers its healthcare costs. More than half of the employees involved in the pilot program of Chrysler LLC, Health Alliance Plan, a Detroit-based nonprofit health plan, and the Henry Ford Medical Group provider network reported their back pain had been eliminated. Story
Physical therapists offer low-cost solution to high-cost expenditures for spinal conditions
February 19, 2008
Research Shows Physical Therapy Is an Effective Treatment of Choice for Many Back Pain Patients. Patients who receive physical therapy for musculoskeletal disorders, including back and neck pain, report good outcomes at a lower cost than using drugs or surgery. Story
Pain group takes over embattled doctor's defense
February 14, 2008
An advocacy group for chronic pain patients says it will defend a Haysville, KS physician accused of running a "pill mill" linked to 56 overdose deaths. The New Mexico-based Pain Relief Network says it wants to use the case to turn Kansas into a national battleground over prescription drug use. Story
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