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Many Americans have resigned themselves to pain because they simply feel it’s a normal condition. According to a recent survey by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), close to one in two Americans say pain is part of life, while another 41% believe pain is a standard part of the aging…

Mayo Clinic research shows a correlation between inadequate vitamin D levels and the amount of narcotic medication taken by patients who have chronic pain. This correlation is an important finding as researchers discover new ways to treat chronic pain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, chronic pain…

People who suffer from chronic pain may one day find relief from medications typically used for the treatment of high blood pressure, according to a new study. Scientists studying genetic variation in relation to pain sensitivity made the discovery which was published online in PLoS Genetics, an international journal.

What you eat is crucial for so many conditions, such as diabetes, it would be great if the right food could also help ease chronic pain. Unfortunately, the link between food and pain is not as clear. However, inflammation is a key cause of pain in many conditions, including rheumatoid…

MONDAY Nov. 19, 2012 — The teenage children of people who suffer chronic pain are at higher risk of suffering from such pain themselves, a new study finds. The study tracked more than 5,300 teens (aged 13 to 18) in Norway and their parents and found that teens were more…

In this Article What are diseases and conditions that can cause knee pain, and what is the treatment for this knee pain? Pain can occur in the knee from diseases or conditions that involve the knee joint, the soft tissues and bones surrounding the knee, or the nerves that supply…

While it has been known that opioids cause low testosterone in men, this study is the first to show a significant difference in risk between short-acting (immediate release) and long-acting opioids. The 81 men in the retrospective study were between 26 and 79 years old (median age 51) and were…

To help people with chronic pain deal with the additional burdens that come with depression and stress around the holidays, Spine-health is proud to offer these tips.

More Sleep May Help Some People Feel Less Pain Dec. 1, 2012 — Not getting enough sleep? Some extra Zzzs each night may improve more than just your daytime alertness. New research shows more sleep may also improve your ability to withstand pain.

Dealing with pain is always difficult and challenging. Pain is a warning sign from your body that tells you when something is wrong.