Headaches and Migraines October 26, 2015 Costly, complex headache treatment on the rise Contrary to most treatment guidelines for uncomplicated headaches, doctors are ordering expensive scans and referring patients to specialists more often, racking up unnecessary healthcare costs, a new study finds.
PAIN MANAGEMENT October 26, 2015 3 steps to treating jellyfish stings Warmer weather is finally on the horizon, which means summer is on its way. But sun, grilling, and lazy vacations also bring beach hazards, like jellyfish. The risk of jellyfish stings threatens 150 million people worldwide annually, according to the National Science Foundation.
Headaches and Migraines October 26, 2015 ‘Scandal’ actress reveals battle with debilitating condition Actress and recording artist Bellamy Young, who plays First Lady Melody “Mellie” Grant on the hit TV show “Scandal,” logs upwards of 17 hours a day on set, so maintaining her energy levels is crucial.
Fibromyalgia October 26, 2015 Brain study provides clues at how fibromyalgia works Brain scans show that people with the pain disorder fibromyalgia react differently to what others would consider non-painful sights and sounds, new research suggests.
Painkillers October 26, 2015 Are you getting pain meds you don’t need? Oxycontin. Vicodin. Percocet. Opiates like these can make the agony of surgery or cancer more bearable. But potent painkillers come with serious risks—namely addiction and even death.
Headaches and Migraines October 26, 2015 Hangovers cost US employers a staggering amount A splitting headache is exactly what too much drinking is causing America—both in the people who imbibe and in the US economy.
Pregnancy October 26, 2015 Many babies exposed to unnecessary pain in research Babies often suffer unnecessary pain in clinical studies, potentially breaching international standards for ethical research, according to a new review of the medical literature.
HEART HEALTH October 26, 2015 Pain relievers may increase risk of irregular heartbeat Popular pain relievers may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation – the most common cause of irregular heartbeat, The New York Times reported.
Medications October 26, 2015 Viagra may help treat menstrual cramps, study finds Viagra may not only be useful for the male gender. A new study has revealed that the erectile dysfunction medication may help to relieve women’s menstrual cramps.
Back Pain October 26, 2015 Acetaminophen not effective for lower back pain, study finds A new meta-analysis review has concluded that acetaminophen is not effective for lower back pain or osteoarthritis, Medical News Today reported.
Fitness October 26, 2015 Yoga beneficial for arthritis, study says "There's kind of a myth that says if you have arthritis, the good thing to do is to rest your joints," says a John Hopkins professor who co-authored a study that might bust the myth wide open.