Headache or sore all over after bad night’s sleep?
Sleep loss heightens pain; pain can cause sleep loss. But why one begets the other has been largely clouded in uncertainty — until now.
Nov. 28, 2023 • ~7 min
Understanding that chronic back pain originates from within the brain could lead to quicker recovery, a new study finds
An intriguing therapy that shifts what people perceive as the source of their pain could aid in pain management.
Nov. 3, 2023 • ~5 min
Endometriosis afflicts millions of women, but few people feel comfortable talking about it
Health care providers often dismiss endometriosis pain as ‘all in your head’ − which can delay a correct diagnosis and treatment for years.
Nov. 1, 2023 • ~8 min
White patients are more likely than Black patients to be given opioid medication for pain in US emergency departments
Undertreated pain can result in unnecessary suffering and a greater likelihood of long-term chronic pain.
Oct. 27, 2023 • ~5 min
Chronic pain can be objectively measured using brain signals – new research
Pain has long been subjectively measured, leading to frustrations for patients and doctors alike. Identifying neural biomarkers of pain could improve diagnosis and lead to better treatments of chronic pain conditions.
May 22, 2023 • ~6 min
Use of psychedelics to treat PTSD, OCD, depression and chronic pain – a researcher discusses recent trials, possible risks
The early research suggests the drugs might be effective for some conditions. But scientists have safety concerns.
Feb. 10, 2023 • ~6 min
CBD is not a cure-all – here's what science says about its real health benefits
CBD isn’t a miracle cure for everything that ails a person – but science shows that it has the potential to help treat a number of health conditions.
Feb. 9, 2023 • ~10 min
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