Health News and Department Updates
Older people who eat the most fiber are at lower risk of developing knee pain and stiffness due to osteoarthritis (OA), new research shows. Diets rich in fiber from plant-based foods have clear health benefits, such as lower cholesterol, better-controlled blood sugar, and a healthier weight, but most people in the U.S. don’t eat enough […]
Chiropractors and acupuncturists who have lobbied for a bigger role in treating pain have won a preliminary endorsement from federal health officials. The Food and Drug Administration released proposed changes Wednesday to its blueprint on educating health care providers about treating pain. The guidelines now recommend that doctors get information about chiropractic care and acupuncture as therapies that might help patients avoid […]
The impacts of pain-related sleep loss on millions of Americans are far-reaching. The problem is a notable one given the number of Americans who suffer from pain. The 2015 Sleep in America TM Poll finds that 21 percent of Americans experience chronic pain and 36 percent have had acute pain in the past week. Those […]
By studying and finding a link between two conditions at the extreme ends of the pain scale, researchers now have invaluable clues about the gene that controls pain and how we could use it to end suffering. LIFE ON THE PAIN SCALE We’re often asked by doctors to rate our pain on a scale of […]
A growing number of women are turning to alternative treatments and finding real relief for their headaches, back pain, GI disorders, and more. Follow this simple guide for key to-dos and DIY tips. Cathy Iannetta, 44, can hardly remember a day in her life without a headache. “They started in high school, usually around the […]
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