Researchers Say Weather Not Linked to Back Pain
You can blame a lot of things on the weather, but low back pain isn’t one of them, according to a new study out of…
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Pain Patients Speak Out in Reader Survey
We’re asking our readers for some help. Thanks to you, National Pain Report has grown to become the largest online news site covering chronic pain…
Can Herbal Remedies Treat Back Pain?
If your back is killing you but you’re afraid of surgery and worried about getting hooked on prescription painkillers, a Florida researcher says a topical…
Five Back Pain Treatments to Avoid
Five common tests and treatments for back pain may be unnecessary, ineffective or increase the risk of complications, according to new recommendations from the North…
Chronic Pain Affects Spouse’s Sleep and Health
If your spouse suffers from chronic pain, your sleep, mood and health may suffer as well, according to a new study published in the journal…
Study: Many Doctors Don’t Follow Guidelines for Treating Back Pain
Doctors who treat back pain are prescribing more narcotic painkillers, making more referrals to specialists and ordering too many unnecessary diagnostic tests, according to a…
Steroid Shots for Back Pain Raise Risk of Bone Fractures
Patients who receive epidural steroid injections are at increased risk of spinal fractures, according to new research published in the Journal of Bone and Joint…
Migraines, Back Pain and ‘Psychogenic’ Pain Raise Risk of Suicide
People who suffer from migraine, back pain and “psychogenic” pain have a significantly higher risk of committing suicide, according to a new study conducted by…