Pain
Conference Coverage
Can lasers be used to measure nerve sensitivity in the skin?
A device is being developed that uses an erbium laser to conduct in vivo exposures, records each subject’s perception of stimulus, and maps the...
From the Journals
Refugees have a high burden of chronic pain associated with mental illness
Elevated rates of PTSD, depression, and anxiety have been repeatedly found in refugee populations and high levels of pain have also been...
Feature
PA convicted of distributing more than 1.2 million opioid pills
Conference Coverage
Innovative med school curriculum could help curb the opioid epidemic
A lack of understanding about addiction has contributed to the “huge problem” experts now face in treating addictions.
News
Using anti-inflammatory drugs may prolong back pain
“Inflammation occurs for a reason, and it looks like it’s dangerous to interfere with it.”
From the Journals
Most COVID-19 survivors return to work within 2 years
Survivors report more symptoms than controls, but overall symptom burden decreased over time.
Feature
‘Goodie bag’ pill mill doctor sentenced to 2 decades in prison
Regardless of the patients’ complaints, the internist gave them tote bags with prescription drugs, including muscle relaxers, anti-inflammatories...
Latest News
Headache in pregnancy: New ACOG guidelines offer insight
Data are sparse, experts say, but there’s consensus on treatment strategies.
Clinical Inquiries
Does platelet-rich plasma improve patellar tendinopathy symptoms?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: IT’S UNCLEAR. High-quality data have not consistently established the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP)...
Latest News
Relugolix combo eases a long-neglected fibroid symptom: Pain
New combination therapy markedly decreased both menstrual and nonmenstrual fibroid pain, as well as heavy bleeding and other symptoms of...
PURLs
Time to consider topical capsaicin for acute trauma pain?
Topical capsaicin is more effective than topical piroxicam at reducing pain in acute upper extremity injuries.