Pain

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

Resources

Jan 8, 2020 · · Pain
In addition to local and regional pain clinics, organizations, and self-help groups, there are agencies at the national level that directly or indirectly provide services for people with chronic pain. Here’s how to contact them. American Academy of Medical Acupuncture (AAMA) www.medicalacupuncture.org info@medicalacupuncture.org 310-379-8261 2512 Artesia Blvd., Suite 200 Redondo Beach, CA … Read More

Glossary

Jan 8, 2020 · · Pain
acute pain: Pain that is usually sharper and more severe than chronic pain, and typically lasts less than three to six months. acetaminophen: The basic ingredient found in Tylenol and equivalent drugs. alternative health care: Non-mainstream treatment instead of conventional medicine. analgesic: A class of drugs that includes most painkillers. … Read More

From The Medical Editor

Jan 8, 2020 · · Pain
Thank you for your interest in Managing Your  Pain 2020. You are likely reading this special health report because you or someone you love is suffering from pain and you want to become better informed about the latest research and evidence-based practice in the field of pain medicine. Pain is … Read More

High Risk of Low-Dose Aspirin

Sep 23, 2019 · · Pain
For people who have had a heart -attack or stroke, taking daily low-dose -aspirin is an inexpensive, widely available, and highly effective way to reduce the risk of another event. Aspirin suppresses the blood clotting that causes heart attacks and ischemic strokes. For healthy people with no cardiovascular or cerebrovascular … Read More

Are You Bothered by Bursitis?

Jul 30, 2019 · · Pain
Not all joint pain is caused by osteoarthritis—another condition that is common in seniors is bursitis: inflammation of one or more bursae, the fluid-filled sacs that cushion the bones, muscles and tendons in your joints. You’re at greater risk of bursitis as you age, but there are strategies you can … Read More

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