Pain Archives

Be Aware of Classic Symptoms of Painful Bladder Syndrome

Oct 29, 2024 · Rochelle Nataloni · Pain

Do you experience pain when your bladder is full, but brush it off as just another annoying aspect of aging? This discomfort should not be ignored, as it is the primary symptom of painful bladder syndrome (PBS), also known as interstitial cystitis (IC). PBS/IC is more than an inconvenience; it … Read More

Advances in Bunion Surgery Expand Effective Treatment Options

Sep 25, 2024 · Rochelle Nataloni · Pain

Bunions, the bony bumps that form at the base of the big toe, are a common condition among women. In fact, approximately 33 percent of women over the age of 60 have bunions. They can cause significant pain and discomfort, often prompting the consideration of surgical correction. Historically, bunion surgery … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Carpal tunnel syndrome; Ingrown toenail solutions

Sep 25, 2024 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Pain

I’ve been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Is surgery my only option? If tingling, numbness, or pain in your hand, as a result of carpal tunnel syndrome, is affecting your ability to sew, garden, or do other hands-on activities, there are several treatment options to consider. The primary goal is … Read More

Newsbriefs: Physical activity; walking and back pain; traumatic brain injury risk; shingles vaccine

Aug 26, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Pain

Get Off the Couch to Stay Well If you want to stay well as you age, turn off the TV and get off the couch. That’s the message from researchers at Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health who found that replacing even one hour of TV with physical activity … Read More

Talk to Your Doctor About Painful Sex

Jul 24, 2024 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Pain

Contrary to outdated stereotypes, many women in their 50s, 60s, and even 70s enjoy vibrant and fulfilling sex lives. Research suggests that sexual activity and satisfaction do not necessarily decline with age, with one study showing that nearly 60 percent of women over 60 in committed relationships reported being sexually … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Hiatal Hernia; Pilates for Pain

Jul 24, 2024 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Pain

I have a small hiatal hernia. Will it get bigger? Will I need surgery? Hiatal hernias are common. Approximately 55 percent to 60 percent of adults over 50 have this condition, which occurs when part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm— the muscle separating the chest from the abdomen. … Read More

Treating Back Pain

Jun 25, 2024 · UHN Staff · Pain

Q: I hurt my lower back lifting weights. How can I treat it myself, and what are some clues that I may need to see a doctor? A: In general, most back pain issues tend to resolve on their own in a few days, though sometimes it can take longer. … Read More

Acid Reflux Drugs Associated with Migraine Headache Risk

Jun 25, 2024 · UHN Staff · Pain

Taking an acid-reducing drug to treat or prevent acid reflux (heartburn) can put you at higher risk for migraine headaches, according to a study published recently in Neurology, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology. These medications include proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), such as omeprazole and esomeprazole, histamine H2-receptor … Read More

An Alternative to Knee Replacement?

May 23, 2024 · UHN Staff · Pain

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a painful fact of life for many people—keeping them from playing beloved sports, going up and down stairs, or just walking the dog without wincing pain. If conservative therapies no longer work (e.g., heat/ice treatments, physical therapy, over-the-counter pain relievers and joint injections), you might be … Read More

Study Underlines Link Between Sleep and Migraines

May 23, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Pain

While you may associate migraines with younger adults, studies suggest that they often persist into older age and may develop for the first time after age 60. If you frequently suffer from these severe headaches, you may be interested in a recent study that looked at ways to more accurately … Read More

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