Health Tip: Don't Take Too Many NSAIDs
Painkillers’ potential side effects include ulcer, stomach bleedingContinue Reading
Merck to Pay $950M to Settle Probe of Vioxx Marketing
Controversial painkiller was pulled from the market in 2004 due to heightened heart attack, stroke riskContinue Reading
Painkiller Dependence Before Knee Surgery May Slow Recovery
Researchers suggest weaning patients off opioids before procedure is performedContinue Reading
Cancer Doctors Still Not Great With Patients' Pain
It remains under-recognized and under-treated, survey findsContinue Reading
Older ER Patients Less Likely to Get Pain Meds, Data Shows
Researchers say doctors may fear side-effects in the elderlyContinue Reading
Profile Drawn of People With Chronic Jaw Pain
Most are acutely aware of other body sensations, researchers sayContinue Reading
Poor Sleep May Lead to Fibromyalgia in Women
Sleep problems linked to the painful condition, especially in middle age and beyond, study saysContinue Reading
Study Suggests Exercise May Help Memory of Fibromyalgia Patients
The trial was small, however, and the researchers were hoping for better resultsContinue Reading
Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Shin Splints?
Here are common risk factorsContinue Reading
Timing May Be Key to Successful Back Surgery
Waiting longer than six months to repair herniated disc may hinder recovery, study saysContinue Reading
More People Landing in the ER After Abusing Muscle Relaxant: Report
Carisoprodol, when misused or taken with other meds, can have dangerous sedative effectsContinue Reading
Yoga Gets Women With Back Pain Moving: Study
But the British research did not show any more easing of discomfort with the techniqueContinue Reading
Exparel Approved for Post-Surgery Pain
Provides relief up to 72 hoursContinue Reading