Pain Management

From the limited time allotted to make to assessment to the varying degree of pain in different patients, chronic pain management presents several challenges.

A new study looks at how back pain is related to more detailed measures of body fat, including specific patterns of fat and lean mass distribution.

A West Virginia-based oncologist has pledged to stop prescribing addictive compounds, and is urging others to do the same.

Findings from a new study show that success in reaching physical goals is associated with reduced arthritis pain and increased quality of life.

An initiative led by Group Health is focused on developing care plans for chronic care patients that involve all members of the care team.

A new study by York University researchers finds that practicing yoga can reduce the symptoms of chronic pain in women with fibromyalgia.

Adolescents who misuse controlled meds are more likely to abuse other drugs and distribute pain meds to others, a study found.

The opioid analgesic is indicated for the relief of moderate to severe acute and chronic pain in opioid-tolerant patients.

New dosing instructions announced to help encourage appropriate acetaminophen use and reduce the risk of accidental overdose.

A new form of therapy may help patients with symptoms such as pain, weakness, or dizziness that can't be explained by an underlying disease.

Cephalon to provide education modules for two products indicated for the management of breakthrough pain in opioid-tolerant patients with cancer.

Americans are more likely than patients in other countries to treat serious illnesses with drugs purchased from rogue online pharmacies.

Despite the new APA definition of pain addiction, the number of individuals who meet the addiction criteria remains the same.

A study of medical students found that consuming fish oil can reduce inflammation and anxiety, benefits that may be applied to a larger patient population.

Findings from a review of 9 trials do not support the use of Botulinum toxin as a stand-alone therapy for neck pain.

Successful treatment and prevention of pain requires an integrated approach that responds to all the factors that influence pain, a new report finds.

Many patients with osteoarthritis turn to complementary and alternative medicine, either as an adjunct to prescription therapy or to avoid side effects.

Back pain is often preventable, but when it strikes, there are many products that promise relief.

Although acetaminophen is considered very safe, unintentional overdosing is a serious problem.