Pain Stories
Flip-flops May be Stylish, but Can Cause Serious Foot Pain If Worn for Long Periods of Time
April 11, 2008
Wearing flip-flops everyday or for hours at a time can walk you right into some big problems. In fact, according to podiatrists, frequent flip-flop wearers can suffer arch pain, heel pain, even tendonitis. Story
Opioids substitution should be avoided, German associations say
April 3, 2008
A survey conducted by the German pain association association found that 400 out of the 650 patients who switched to another pain medication experienced a decline in their health. And about 540 patients said that the doctor's decision to substitute was based on price. Story
Surviving cancer, living with pain? A new dawn for cancer research
April 3, 2008
A collaboration between a non-profit cancer center and a for-profit drug company allow for research to better understand and treat side effects of cancer treatment, such as pain and neuropathy Story
Just a few changes to your workstation can help avoid back pain
March 30, 2008
Your back hurts, your eyes are tired, and your feet are numb: These are the typical consequences of working at a poorly configured workspace. A sensible configuration of the PC monitor and keyboard, including proper equipment, are essential factors for healthy work station. Story
Sore wrists and hands can result from our work: but is it carpal tunnel syndrome?
March 28, 2008
An estimated 2 million people in the United States affected by carpal tunnel syndrome and about half of all cases are work-related. Carpal tunnel syndrome accounts for the highest average number of days missed at work, when compared to all other work-related injuries or illnesses. Story
Pain management is never easy when children hurt
March 23, 2008
It's one of the most undertreated areas in medicine. Whether you are talking about the pain experienced by children during routine immunizations or pain resulting from a chronic disease, much more needs to be done to alleviate their suffering. Story
'Boot camps' treat pain sufferers
March 17, 2008
Ballet teacher Gayle Parseghian thought she might never dance again after a back injury while moving heavy furniture left her with unrelenting pain. But an intensive, four-week "boot camp" got the 55-year-old dancer from Toledo, Ohio, back to the barre. Story
Battlefield acupuncture introduced
March 14, 2008
A limited form of acupuncture, called battlefield acupuncture, was introduced to LRMC doctors who applied the procedure to war-wounded servicemembers and local patients for pain relief, and often with significant results. Story
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