Dancing in Heels Puts Toes Under Extreme Pressure: Study
Findings may spur improved designs of high-heeled dance shoes, scientists suggestContinue Reading
IV Aspirin Drip Appears to Be Safe, Effective for Migraine
More commonly used in Europe, but treatment shows potential in small U.S. studyContinue Reading
Discrimination Can Hurt Teens, Body and Soul
Study finds minority kids especially vulnerable, with effects both physical and mentalContinue Reading
More Evidence That Glucosamine, Chondroitin Won't Help Ailing Joints
Data from 10 studies shows no effect, researchers say, and any benefit noted is likely to be placeboContinue Reading
Experimental Drug Shows Promise for Bone Marrow Disorder
Patients with myelofibrosis experienced some relief from symptoms, inflammation, ongoing study foundContinue Reading
Health Tip: Dealing With Lower Back Pain
Suggestions to help ease the discomfortContinue Reading
Elderly May Benefit From Minimally Invasive Shoulder Surgery
Significant pain reduction reported by 96% after operation to repair rotator cuff tears, researchers findContinue Reading
Many Heart Patients Place False Hope in Angioplasty
In non-emergency scenarios, the artery-opening procedure won’t prevent heart attack, experts noteContinue Reading
Emergency Visits for Stomach Pain Rose Over Decade
Use of medical imaging also increased, U.S. government study foundContinue Reading
'Magic Mushroom' Hallucinogen Might Help Cancer Patients
Study found it eased anxieties, lifted spirits in those with advanced diseaseContinue Reading
Study Identifies Risks for Painkiller Addiction
Greater odds if you’re younger than 65, have a history of drug abuse and depression, and use psychiatric medsContinue Reading
Overactive Blood Platelets May Play Role in Lupus
Study suggests anti-clotting drug Plavix might help treat diseaseContinue Reading
Elective Surgery Patients Often Report Poor Recovery
1 year after procedure, 17% have more pain and 24% have less vitality than before, study findsContinue Reading