News Feature Channel: Pain

What Is Tech Neck?

University of Miami — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 20:30:16 EST

A University of Miami doctor of physical therapy explains what it is and what we can do to alleviate its symptoms.

Available Evidence Supports Continuing Buprenorphine During Episodes of Acute Pain for People with Opioid Use Disorder

American College of Physicians (ACP) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:00:00 EST

A systematic review analyzed research on the benefits and harms of acute pain interventions among people with opioid use disorder (OUD).

New Study Reveals Key Protein's Role in Spinal Disc Degeneration

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 09:45:26 EST

A recent study has unveiled the pivotal role of Ferroptosis Suppressor Protein 1 (FSP1) in intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD), a primary cause of chronic lower back pain. Researchers discovered that FSP1, when upregulated by the inflammatory cytokine TNFα, accelerates disc degeneration through caspase 3-dependent apoptosis and mitochondrial damage. This finding positions FSP1 as a promising therapeutic target for IDD, potentially offering relief to millions suffering from persistent back pain.

A Physical Therapist's Best Advice on Foot Pain

Tufts University — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 20:50:45 EST

Who's at risk for sore feet, why foot pain can start, how to prevent it, and what to do if it arises

Nature Relieves Physical Pain: Pain-Related Signals in the Brain Are Reduced

University of Vienna — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:00:49 EST

In a new study, an international team of neuroscientists led by the University of Vienna has shown that experiencing nature can alleviate acute physical pain. Surprisingly, simply watching nature videos was enough to relieve pain. Using functional magnetic resonance imaging, the researchers found that acute pain was rated as less intense and unpleasant when watching nature videos - along with a reduction in brain activity associated with pain. The results suggest that nature-based therapies can be used as promising complementary approaches to pain management. The study was recently published in the renowned journal Nature Communications.

Expert Answers Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Frequently Asked Questions

University of Chicago Medical Center — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 20:15:33 EST

Targeting Sepsis Through Inflammation and Oxidative Metabolism

Nova Southeastern University — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 19:50:56 EST

Proposed Legislation Would Provide Crucial Funding for Endometriosis Research

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 19:20:27 EST

The Endometriosis CARE Act, which was introduced in 2022, seeks to deliver $50 million annually to advance research and expand access to treatment for this condition in which tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, often causing pain, heavy periods and potential fertility issues.

Worldwide Study Finds High Rates of Depression and Anxiety in People with Chronic Pain

Johns Hopkins Medicine — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 17:30:14 EST

A novel analysis of more than 375 published studies concluded that the association between chronic pain and rates of depression and anxiety is staggering. The study, led by investigators at Johns Hopkins Medicine found that 40% of adults with chronic pain experienced "clinically significant depression and anxiety." Among those most at risk, the analysis showed, were women, younger adults and people with fibromyalgia.

Female Sex Hormone Protects Against Opioid Misuse, Rat Study Finds

Washington University in St. Louis — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:00:00 EST

Male and female rats with a chronic pain condition release different amounts of dopamine when given fentanyl because of sex hormones, according to a new study from WashU Medicine. The findings might help explain why men have higher rates of opioid use and overdose deaths.

Data Shows Quality of Life Improves for Spouses of Hip and Knee Replacement Patients

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 03:15:58 EST

Living with osteoarthritis not only affects a person's quality of life but can greatly impact their spouse's quality of life.

Cedars-Sinai Orthopedic Experts Share Advances at AAOS 2025

Cedars-Sinai — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:25:39 EST

Experts from the Cedars-Sinai Department of Orthopaedics are attending and presenting research at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting March 10-14 in San Diego.

Compound Harnesses Cannabis' Pain-Relieving Properties Without Side Effects

Washington University in St. Louis — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 11:00:00 EST

Researchers at WashU Medicine and Stanford University developed a compound that relieves pain in mice but doesn't affect the brain, thereby avoiding mind-altering side effects and abuse potential. The custom-designed molecule, derived from cannabis, may provide an alternative to opioids for treating chronic pain.

Dr. Mohammed Hakim Named 2025 Resident/Fellow of the Year

American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA) — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:00:33 EST

The ASRA Pain Medicine 2025 Resident/Fellow of the Year will be awarded to Mohammed M. A. Hakim, MD, a chronic pain fellow at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH.

The Invisible Complication: Experts at ACS Summit Address Surgical Adhesions and Their Hidden Costs

American College of Surgeons (ACS) — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:00:00 EST

A group of international experts convened in Washington, D.C., in September 2024 for the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Surgical Adhesions Improvement Project Summit to explore the challenges of surgical adhesions in depth and identify future solutions. Proceedings from the Summit are published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.

Matrix Stiffness and Energy Crisis in Spinal Discs: A New Pathway to Combat Degeneration

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:40:26 EST

A pioneering study has revealed that increased stiffness in the extracellular matrix (ECM) of spinal discs impairs energy production in nucleus pulposus cells (NPCs), a key factor in intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD). The research identifies the protein MRTF-A as a critical regulator in this process, showing that its activation under stiff conditions suppresses glycolysis, the primary energy source for NPCs.

Physical Activity Boosts Mental Health in Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain Disorders

Mount Sinai Health System — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:00:00 EST

A new Mount Sinai study provides compelling evidence that exercise can significantly help the mental well-being of millions of women living with chronic pelvic pain disorders (CPPDs), such as endometriosis and uterine fibroids. The researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai found that activities like brisk walking or aerobic exercise can lead to measurable improvements in mental well-being, regardless of pain levels or history of anxiety or depressive disorders. Their findings were reported in the February 26 online issue of the Journal of Pain Research.

Strontium-Boosted Exosomes: A New Frontier in Treating Degenerative Joint Diseases

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:05:04 EST

This new study explores the potential of strontium (Sr)-enhanced exosomes, derived from synovial mesenchymal stem cells (SMSCs), as a promising therapeutic approach for temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJOA).

Daily Cannabis Use Linked to Public Health Burden

George Washington University — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:00:23 EST

New study suggests daily users who start in their teens at higher risk of a syndrome that causes vomiting, pain and repeated trips to the hospital.

The Medical Minute: Ear Infections and Kids: Top Tips for Parents

Penn State Health — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:05:22 EST

A Penn State Health otolaryngologist shares what to know about ear infections and other ear, nose and throat problems in children.