Whether we’ve broken a bone, cut our finger, or burned ourselves on the oven, we have inevitably felt the sting of what is known as nociceptive pain—the most common type of pain, caused by tissue damage.
Robotic Surgery: a Fad or a Furtherance?
Robo-surgery: is it the future of medicine? A surgeon can now view the area of the surgery in a blown-up, 3D image that allows for more detailed visualization, as he or she performs the surgery.
Psychological Problems Associated With Pain
We often think of the word ‘pain’ in physical terms; an aching stomach bug, a ringing headache, a debilitating backache. Although these may seem like physical annoyances, they are usually complicated by a different class of pain; mental distress.
Medical Regeneration: PRP, Stem Cells, and More
Regenerative medicine refers to a relatively new branch of medicine that serves to heal illnesses by replacing or repairing damaged cells in the body. From simple blood transfusions to the organ replacement, we might one day replace the limbs of amputees.
Is it Mental or Is it Physical? – A Discussion on HIV-Related Pain
Most of us have a loose understanding of what it means to have HIV; we think of doctors, medicine, and research, but many of us forget the painful experience of what it is like to be HIV positive. How might HIV impact levels of pain?
What Going on with Your Carpal Tunnel?
A common problem as we get older is tingling or numbness in our hands, or pain between the wrist and elbow. Such signs are the symptoms of CTS - so, what is it, and what should you do?
10+ Types and Causes of Abdominal Pain
Bloating, Heartburn, Cramps, Indigestion, and more - there are multitudes of kinds of abdominal pains and multitudes of causes. There's more than one way to get rid of abdominal pain, too.
Struggling to Sleep: Knowing about Sleep Disorders
Everyone has had their share of restless nights and all-nighters. But when sleeplessness is chronic, there may be an underlying cause for concern. There are multitudes of sleep disorders out there, click to learn about the most common ailments.
Suffering from Chronic Pain? You Favorite NFL Players Are Too.
Often times media sensationalization will make athletes out to be superhuman, symbolic of our childhood heroes. But, truthfully, they are just like us. NFL players in particular often suffer from sports injuries and chronic pain, as many of us do.
LDN: A Fibromyalgia Fix?
Low dose naltrexone might hail as the new treatment for fibromyalgia and the pain that it causes. Learning more about your illness can help open the door to new options you may not have know were available. Conquer Fibromyalgia.
Is it just Muscle Pain? - A Look into Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Is it JUST muscle pain? Myofascial Pain Syndrome is a relatively common ailment that can affect the quality of life of the patient. Chronic pain sufferers experience trouble sleeping, restricted mobility, and other side effect and symptoms. Learn more!
The Vitamin of Wonders
Alzheimer’s disease, the brain disease that causes memory loss, has recently been linked to vitamin A deficiencies beginning as early as pregnancy. It is a form of dementia, a broader group of symptoms that interfere with memory. Alzheimer’s can lead to withdrawal, disorientation, mood swings, and issues with behavior in addition to short and long-term memory loss. The disease is progressive, meaning that symptoms it includes worsen with time.
Arthritis: There's More to it Than You Might Think!
You have probably heard the word ‘arthritis’ commonly used and thrown around, but it surprisingly refers not to a single disease but rather a reference to joint pain and inflammation. Arthritis is diverse in that it not only affects people of all ages, sexes, and ethnicities, but its symptoms vary in its severity, location, and duration. Common symptoms include swelling, pain, stiffness, and decreased range in motion.
What is Vaginismus?
People have been having sex since the beginning of humanity--literally, we could not exist without it. For most people today, sex is a way to establish intimacy, or even relieve stress. And although sex may mean a lot of different things to different people, it should never be unpleasant. However, for women with a condition called vaginismus, sex can be painful. Though it is not an uncommon condition, vaginismus is a serious medical condition which is often overlooked, misdiagnosed, or simply ignored.
A Important Announcement for Chronic Pain Sufferers!
As of March 22, 2017, chronic pain will be officially considered a qualifying condition for medical marijuana. The Department has filed a Notice of Adoption of the regulatory amendment for publication in the New York State Register.
Do Different Genders and Ethnicities Feel Pain Differently?
Not everyone feels pain the same way, and sometimes the reason is biological. Although the link between genetics and pain may seem obvious, there may be more to the picture. Some doctors argue that it’s all about hormones; Other theories are more sociocultural, more specifically, sociocultural factors such as gender and ethnicity may play a critical role in how pain is managed.
Your Own Blood Can Heal You: A Look into Platelet Rich Plasma
Though PRP has been in use in the United States since 1987, peer-reviewed research and studies have not gained popularity until more recently. PRP continues to be widely studied, finding more ways to incorporate PRP injections within the medical world.
The Truth About Medical Marijuana: History, Uses, and Prospection
The field of medicine is constantly changing, and the statistics used for analysis may be outdated. Even Columbia Care, New York’s first marijuana dispensary, has only been open for under a year. With greater usage comes greater, newer data, allowing for improvement and modifications upon therapeutic techniques. It is evident that marijuana therapy has its medical benefits, and with further research and greater patient numbers it may prove to be one of this decade’s most important medical advancements.
Osteoporotic Fractures: Which Procedure is Right for You?
Are you or a loved one at risk of osteoporosis? If so, you may already know that this disease causes bones to become fragile, putting people at risk for fractures around the body. Spinal fractures and pelvic insufficiency fractures are two common, potentially debilitating outcomes of osteoporosis. For those with these conditions, effective treatment is necessary not only to subdue the effects osteoporosis, but also to alleviate chronic pain.
The Epidemeology of Pain
All of us know too well what it feels like to be in pain. Whether it’s the sharp yet fleeting pain of an injection or the constant dull grinding of joint pain, every one of us has experienced pain at some point in our lives. But though we can all sympathize with those among us who are in pain, it is hard to quantify what they are experiencing — even for doctors and medical experts.