Pain

The Best Strategy to Beat Sciatica

Jun 15, 2020 · · Pain
Sciatica is a common affliction, affecting up to 40% of the population. Given how prevalent it is, you may be familiar with the warning signs of an attack: a dull ache or searing pain that starts in the lower back and runs down one or both legs. For some, floor … Read More

From the Editor: Get a Handle on Chronic Pain

Apr 10, 2020 · · Pain
Chronic pain is a major concern for many people. This month in Focus on Healthy Aging, we’re looking at one of the most common types of chronic pain to affect older adults: joint pain due to arthritis. But it isn’t just arthritis that can cause chronic pain—other culprits include muscle … Read More

Managing Migraine Differently

Feb 20, 2020 · · Pain
For the millions of migraine sufferers who can’t get relief from currently available medications, a new kind of drug may offer hope. Two recent studies showed that ubrogepant (Ubrelvy; Allergan), an oral calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist, was significantly more effective than placebo at reducing migraine pain. Freedom From … Read More

6. Be Active, Feel Better

Jan 14, 2020 · · Pain
Exercise improves our mood, boosts brain power, lowers cholesterol, and keeps our hearts pumping healthily. Being active can reduce stress, fight diseases, and increase our lifespan. Regular physical activity even can decrease (and possibly prevent) chronic pain. Not bad for something we can do anytime, anywhere. The Department of Health … Read More

5. Gaining Control

Jan 14, 2020 · · Pain
When it comes to managing your chronic pain, take a close look at your lifestyle. Diet, weight, and inflammation (three modifiable factors) are to blame for much of our chronic discomfort. Certain foods (sugar, processed meat, fried foods, and refined carbs) increase inflammation. Being overweight can have the same effect … Read More

4. Alternative and Natural Treatments

Jan 13, 2020 · · Pain
Often, traditional pain treatments like medications or surgery are ineffective. Some don’t touch the pain while others cause frustrating side effects. Fortunately, many alternative therapies offer viable options for treating your chronic pain. That’s why over half of Americans over 50 turn to these non-mainstream practices for help. As for … Read More

3. Common Medical Treatments

Jan 13, 2020 · · Pain
Since pain is subjective and varies between individuals, it can be tough to pinpoint a perfect treatment. It’s realistic to expect some trial and error as there’s no “one-size-fits-all” solution to pain management. In this chapter, we’ll discuss common treatments. Heat Heating pads and cold packs are the most traditional … Read More

2. The Origins of Pain

Jan 9, 2020 · · Pain
A whopping 50 million American adults suffer from chronic or severe pain. According to data from the 2012 National Health Interview Survey, 25 million of these cases are chronic. Chronic pain may be caused by an injury that begins, of course, as acute pain, but then is either so severe … Read More

1. Understanding Pain

Jan 9, 2020 · · Pain
Pain is an essential signal that something isn’t right with the body. It’s never pleasant, and it’s the most common reason people seek medical help. Pain prevents us from seriously injuring ourselves. It also helps doctors diagnose underlying issues, be they chronic diseases or temporary ailments like a sports injury. … Read More

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