PAIN MANAGEMENT October 26, 2015 Harold Ramis' condition: What is vasculitis? Harold Ramis, the man behind numerous blockbuster films such as Ghostbusters and Groundhog’s Day, passed away at the age of 69 from complications relating to vasculitis. Vasculitis is a blanket term for a diverse group of disorders that all share one common trait: inflammation of the blood vessels. Â
RESPIRATORY HEALTH October 26, 2015 Many seriously ill Americans lack access to palliative care Millions of Americans suffering from serious illness lack access to care that could improve their quality of life by relieving pain and other symptoms, a study finds.
Men's Health October 25, 2015 Tai chi can help build strength, relieve pain For people with chronic illnesses ranging from cancer to arthritis, tai chi exercises may improve walking, build strength and reduce pain, according to a new analysis of past research.
Back Pain October 25, 2015 Lower back pain sufferers have less evolved spines, study says People who suffer from back pain have been dealt a lousy hand by evolution and might be more comfortable walking on their knuckles like our closest relatives, chimpanzees, according to Canadian, Scottish, and Icelandic researchers.
Back Pain October 25, 2015 15 natural back pain remedies Achy back? You're not alone: back problems send more Americans to the doctor annually than nearly any other medical problem, according to a 2013 Mayo Clinic study.
Headaches and Migraines October 25, 2015 Muscle weakness may contribute to tension headaches Strength training might help prevent tension headaches, or at least reduce their pain, according to a small Danish study.Â
Medications October 25, 2015 Anti-addiction groups call for FDA commissioner to step down Anti-addiction activists are calling for the Food and Drug Administration's top official to step down, saying the agency's policies have contributed to a national epidemic of prescription painkiller abuse.
Arthritis October 25, 2015 At-home solutions for arthritis pain Arthritis pain affects more than 52 million people in the United States. While common treatments like medications and surgery can relieve discomfort, physical therapy is a drug- and surgery-free solution.
PAIN MANAGEMENT October 25, 2015 Ouch! Why some people may be more sensitive to pain Some people feel pain more intensely than others, and new research suggests differences in pain sensitivity may be related to differences in brain structure.Â
Arthritis October 25, 2015 Falls also a problem for middle-aged with arthritis Falls are just as much of a problem for middle-aged adults with arthritis as they are for older people, a new government study shows.
Back Pain October 25, 2015 6 physical effects of binge-watching TV Here's what really happens to your body after sitting through a "Game of Thrones" marathon.