Researchers harness the power of a parasite to stop pain
The Ohio State University groundbreaking discovery also opens doors to the development of non-narcotic pain medications.
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JJ Shavit
- Nov 18
Lifechanging study reveals that damaged nerves can be regenerated
Novel technique called interventional cryoneurolysis has emerged as a potential game-changer for patients suffering from chronic nerve pain
JJ Shavit
- Aug 26
Breakthrough gene therapy treats chronic pain, study finds
Their pioneering research focuses on the intricate relationship between the NaV1.7 sodium ion channel and a regulatory protein.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 24
Breakthrough genetic research can predict patients’ risks of developing back pain, arthritis
Research pulls back a curtain on our evolutionary past and can better predict patients’ risks of back pain or arthritis in later life.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 1
Researchers discover the cause of severe inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Crohn's disease is characterized by inflammation of the lining of the digestive tract, which can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 17
The Healing Power of Giving: Research Shows Charitable Acts Ease Pain
Engaging in prosocial behavior, such as volunteering or donating to charity, can help reduce physical pain and improve the ability to work.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 2
Revolutionary artificial knee cartilage outperforms the real thing, study finds
Duke University researchers have developed a new gel-based cartilage substitute that is stronger and more durable than natural cartilage.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 5
Life-altering arthritis treatment replaces injections with pills
Researchers have explored a better way of delivering medications that does not require injections but could be as easy as swallowing a pill.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 2
Groundbreaking artificial knee cartilage will outperform the real thing, study finds
Over-the-counter pain relievers, physical therapy, steroid injections -- some people have tried it all and are still dealing with knee pain.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 25
Life-altering hydrogel injection substantially relieves lower back pain, study finds
An experimental formulation of a hydrogel, injected in spinal discs, proved safe and effective in substantially relieving chronic back pain
JJ Shavit
- Feb 22
Groundbreaking research finds that damaged nerves can be regenerated
Damaged nerves can be regenerated with the application of a frozen needle under advanced imaging guidance, according to new research.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 29
Groundbreaking artificial knee cartilage outperforms the real thing, new research finds
Researchers have developed a gel-based cartilage substitute to relieve achy knees that’s even stronger and more durable than the real thing.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 22
Breakthrough treatment eliminates kidney stones with little to no pain
Novel technique which combines two ultrasound technologies may offer an option to move kidney stones with minimal pain and no anesthesia.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 29, 2022
Groundbreaking artificial knee cartilage outperforms the real thing, new research finds
Over-the-counter pain relievers, physical therapy, steroid injections -- some people have tried it all and are still dealing with knee pain.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 24, 2022
Breakthrough treatment breaks up kidney stones with little to no pain
A new technique which combines two ultrasound technologies may offer an option to move kidney stones with minimal pain and no anesthesia.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 22, 2022
Groundbreaking study confirms that damaged nerves can be regenerated
Damaged nerves can be regenerated with the application of a frozen needle under advanced imaging guidance, according to a new study.
JJ Shavit
- Dec 2, 2022
Scientists alter fentanyl to make it less lethal, less addictive
Study indicates that the modified drug still is an effective pain reliever but likely doesn’t have as many potentially deadly side effects.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 28, 2022
Scientists discover how migraines change the human brain
For the first time, a new study has identified enlarged perivascular spaces in the brains of migraine sufferers, according to a new study.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 18, 2022
Mobile app is a major breakthrough in curing tinnitus
Researchers at the University of Auckland are excited by ‘encouraging results’ from a clinical trial of a mobile-phone-based therapy.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 14, 2022
How do we experience the pain of other people?
People greatly differ in their ability to empathize. Sharing the distress of others is considered key to empathy and our motivation to help.
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