Wednesday, November 25, 2009

pain

Ibuprofen Rated Best for Pain of Broken Arms

Study finds kids don't do as well when given acetaminophen with codeine more >>

Treat Mind, Body in RA Patients: Study

Rheumatoid arthritis pain subsided when depression and inflammation were addressed more >>

Surgery for Neck Pain May Also Relieve Headaches

Operations had added benefit for majority of patients, survey found more >>

Steroid Can Ease Severe Sore Throat

Single dose speeds relief but should be reserved for worst cases, researchers say more >>

TNF Blockers May Help Some With Rheumatoid Arthritis

If standard treatment fails, more intensive therapy works well, study finds more >>

Colcrys Approved for Acute Gout, Mediterranean Fever

Remedy long used to treat these two inflammatory conditions more >>

Pain Medications: What You Need to Know About Acetaminophen, Darvon, and Darvocet

Despite concerns, experts say it's possible to take the medications safely—at recommended doses. more >>

Onsolis Approved for Severe Cancer Pain

Due to abuse risks, patch will be available under restricted distribution more >>

Many Kids Outgrow Chronic Headaches

Those with migraines more likely to struggle in adulthood, study finds more >>

A Curse or Two Might Quell the Pain

Study finds that swearing may increase tolerance to sudden hurts more >>

Spinal Cord Stimulation Need Not Keep Soldiers From Action

Back pain treatment shouldn't interfere with service, study finds more >>

FDA Mandates Tougher Warnings for Pain Pills

Drugs like Darvon, Darvocet have been linked to fatal overdoses more >>

Health Tip: Diagnosing Joint Pain

Information you should discuss with your doctor more >>

If 2 Painkillers Are Banned, What Next?

Other options, available and in the pipeline, could plug a Percocet-Vicodin gap, experts say more >>

Health Tip: What's Causing My Neck Pain?

Some typical triggers more >>

Mark George: Treating Depression With an Electromagnet

Transcranial magnetic stimulation could have many other medical uses, too, says the neurologist. more >>

FDA Advisers Urge Smaller Doses of Acetaminophen

The concern is that the drug can cause liver damage, even death, if used improperly more >>

Nonsurgical Treatment May Ease Rotator Cuff Injury

Ultrasound-guided procedure reduced pain and restored mobility in tendinitis patients, study finds more >>

New Drug Promising Against Rheumatoid Arthritis

Golimumab might help where similar drugs failed, research finds more >>

FDA Seizes All Drugs From Generics Maker

Agency cites poor quality at Michigan plants, warns of potential shortage of one pain reliever more >>

Health Tip: Things That Trigger Migraines

Common causes among women more >>

Brain Imaging Study Sheds Light on Fibromyalgia

Link found between gray matter and dopamine levels in patients more >>

Caldolor Is First Approved Injected Ibuprofen

For hospital patients who can't take oral drug more >>

Health Tip: New Moms, Protect Your Back

Be careful when bending or lifting more >>

Good Golf Form Can Improve Game and Prevent Pain

Experts offer tips to minimize golf-related injuries more >>

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