February 10, 2012: Obesity Appears Linked to Pain
The more overweight people are, the more likely they are to experience pain, study finds

February 10, 2012: Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Hip Bursitis?
Here are common factors

February 09, 2012: Health Tip: Troubled by a Toothache?
Suggestions to help ease the pain

February 09, 2012: New Therapy Might Help Relieve Painful Foot Condition
Preliminary study suggests it could work in hard-to-treat cases of plantar fasciitis

February 08, 2012: Obesity Linked to Worse Fibromyalgia Symptoms
As weight increases, so do patient reports of greater pain, poor quality of life, researchers say

February 08, 2012: Health Tip: Coping With Migraines During Pregnancy
Here's what you can do

January 30, 2012: Those Extra Pounds Could Harm Your Back
Researchers say more severe spinal disc degeneration seen in obese patients

January 27, 2012: IV Acetaminophen Linked to More Child Overdoses
Confusion can arise over measurement guidelines, experts warn

January 27, 2012: Experts Offer Tips on Avoiding iPad-Linked Shoulder, Neck Strain
Users should not keep tablet computers such as iPad or Xoom on their laps, small study suggests

January 27, 2012: Health Tip: Manage Pain During Childbirth
Suggestions to ease pain without medication

January 26, 2012: Too Many Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Inactive, Study Finds
Experts say exercise helps keep joints flexible, maintains function

January 23, 2012: Pain Intensity Greater for Women Than Men, Study Finds
Medical record analysis reveals that pain scores are higher among females for a wide range of diseases

January 22, 2012: Avoid Getting Scorched by 'Hot Yoga'
High temperature could be dangerous for people with certain medical conditions, expert cautions

January 18, 2012: 'The Pill' Can Help Ease Period Pain, Study Finds
Many doctors already prescribe oral contraceptives 'off-label' for this purpose, experts note

January 16, 2012: Many Head and Neck Cancer Survivors Face Eating Problems
Poor throat function, depression and pain are common, study finds

January 12, 2012: Music May Ease Anxiety, Pain in Prostate Biopsy Patients
Men who listened to Bach with headphones during procedure seemed less stressed, study says

January 10, 2012: Health Tip: Is My Neck Pain Serious?
Signs you should call a doctor

January 09, 2012: FDA Warns of Painkiller Mix-Up at Nebraska Plant
Small chance that prescription narcotic painkillers, over-the-counter meds were mingled together

January 09, 2012: Power of Acupuncture to Ease Migraines Questioned in Study
Precise needle location may be less important than thought, expert says

January 06, 2012: Health Tip: House Cleaning With Arthritis
Performing household chores with less pain

January 05, 2012: Drug Eases Gout Flare-ups in Some Patients: Study
Starting gout treatment can lead to flare-ups, this drug might help

January 03, 2012: Spinal Manipulation, Home Exercise May Ease Neck Pain
Medication appeared least effective treatment in small study

December 30, 2011: Crowding in ER May Delay Pain Relief for Kids
Busy staff less responsive to needs of individual patients, researcher says

December 20, 2011: Mindfulness Training May Help Arthritis Patients Cope
Small study found those who used it were less tired, stressed

December 19, 2011: Knee Pain Plagues Many Women Over 50
Overweight, previous injury, arthritis predicted persistent discomfort, researchers found

December 16, 2011: Spouse's Reaction May Affect Pain Management
Husbands appear more sensitive than wives, study says

December 14, 2011: Headaches May Plague Many With HIV/AIDS
Migraines worse in patients with more advanced disease, study finds

December 12, 2011: Acupuncture Might Ease Chemotherapy Pain
Patients in small, preliminary study had pain relief in calves, feet

December 12, 2011: Study Questions Use of MRI Before Back-Pain Injections
Routine imaging has little clinical value for certain patients, study says

December 08, 2011: More Americans Exercise, but Arthritis Can Get in the Way
Significant numbers with the joint disease shy away from physical activity, CDC finds

December 02, 2011: Opioids May Be Overused for Chronic Stomach Pain
Doubling of prescriptions over 10 years is cause for concern, study says

December 01, 2011: Health Tip: Do You Have Psoriatic Arthritis?
Here are common symptoms

November 23, 2011: Health Tip: Don't Take Too Many NSAIDs
Painkillers' potential side effects include ulcer, stomach bleeding

November 23, 2011: Merck to Pay $950M to Settle Probe of Vioxx Marketing
Controversial painkiller was pulled from the market in 2004 due to heightened heart attack, stroke risk

November 18, 2011: Painkiller Dependence Before Knee Surgery May Slow Recovery
Researchers suggest weaning patients off opioids before procedure is performed

November 17, 2011: Cancer Doctors Still Not Great With Patients' Pain
It remains under-recognized and under-treated, survey finds

November 16, 2011: Older ER Patients Less Likely to Get Pain Meds, Data Shows
Researchers say doctors may fear side-effects in the elderly

November 15, 2011: Profile Drawn of People With Chronic Jaw Pain
Most are acutely aware of other body sensations, researchers say

November 14, 2011: Poor Sleep May Lead to Fibromyalgia in Women
Sleep problems linked to the painful condition, especially in middle age and beyond, study says

November 14, 2011: Study Suggests Exercise May Help Memory of Fibromyalgia Patients
The trial was small, however, and the researchers were hoping for better results

November 09, 2011: Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Shin Splints?
Here are common risk factors

November 04, 2011: Timing May Be Key to Successful Back Surgery
Waiting longer than six months to repair herniated disc may hinder recovery, study says

November 03, 2011: More People Landing in the ER After Abusing Muscle Relaxant: Report
Carisoprodol, when misused or taken with other meds, can have dangerous sedative effects

October 31, 2011: Yoga Gets Women With Back Pain Moving: Study
But the British research did not show any more easing of discomfort with the technique

October 31, 2011: Exparel Approved for Post-Surgery Pain
Provides relief up to 72 hours

October 31, 2011: Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
Infections, even blindness, may result from nonprescription contact lenses, FDA warns

October 31, 2011: Health Tip: Ice a Sprained Ankle
Here's how to do it

October 28, 2011: Headaches Take Soldiers Away From War
Medical evacuations because of head pain reduce troops in Iraq, Afghanistan, study finds

October 28, 2011: Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
Infections, even blindness, may result from nonprescription contact lenses, FDA warns

October 24, 2011: Yoga, Stretching Classes Outdo Self-Care for Back Pain: Study
Weekly sessions led to less discomfort, medication