KHN — Jessica Layman estimates she has called more than 150 doctors in the past few years in her search for someone to prescribe opioids for her chronic pain. “A…
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How to prevent back pain
Editor’s Note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of “Practical Solutions for…
Dementia risk rises if you live with chronic pain, study says
CNN — Chronic pain, such as arthritis, cancer or back pain, lasting for over three months, raises the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, a new study found. The hippocampus,…
As the Colorado River Shrinks, Washington Prepares to Spread the Pain
WASHINGTON — The seven states that rely on water from the shrinking Colorado River are unlikely to agree to voluntarily make deep reductions in their water use, negotiators say, which…
Excruciating Leg Pain Hobbled Her for Weeks. What Was Wrong?
As her physician assistant interviewed the patient, Kocharla carefully reviewed her records and test results. This kind of neuropathy was not uncommon in autoimmune disorders. Sjogren’s syndrome and lupus were…
Neck pain associated with poor sleep position
Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Sleep, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep. CNN — Neck pain may have many causes: Stress,…
Russian sanctions slow to bite as US officials admit frustrations over pace of pain in Moscow
Russia’s economy still shrunk by about 4% between April and June as compared to the same period last year. But that’s nowhere near the 15% decline that some had expected…
Many patients stop taking statins because of muscle pain, but statins aren’t causing it, new study says
“Our results confirm that, in the majority of cases, statin therapy is not likely to be the cause of muscle pain in a person taking statin therapy,” said the study,…
Florida Cop Blocks Pregnant Woman In Pain From Entering Hospital Just Feet Away
A video showing two Florida police officers blocking a pregnant woman from entering a hospital has gone viral this week. Kevin Enciso and his pregnant wife Sabrina were on their…
Exercises to ease your back pain, restore your health
Now, we’ll focus on helping you move through exercises to determine which ones can alleviate pain and restore your back health. Designed for movement, your body needs to stay active…