Tag: Chronic Pain
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Personalized Pain Care Could Transform Life for Australians with Parkinson’s
Overview: The Hidden Burden of Pain in Parkinson’s Parkinson’s disease is widely recognized for tremors and mobility challenges, yet many Australians living with the condition also face persistent pain. Pain can be non-motor in origin, arising from muscle rigidity, postural changes, neuropathic factors, and the tremor-related strain on joints. For some, pain worsens as the…
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Kinesiophobia in Aging Adults: How Fear of Movement Impacts Activity and Quality of Life
Understanding kinesiophobia in older adults Kinesiophobia, the fear of movement due to anticipated pain or injury, is not just a condition for athletes or injury patients. In aging populations, this fear can become a powerful barrier to maintaining an active lifestyle. As people age, chronic pain from conditions like osteoarthritis, back pain, or neuropathy can…
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Kinesiophobia in Aging Adults: How the Fear of Movement Impacts Activity and Quality of Life
Understanding kinesiophobia in aging populations Kinesiophobia, the fear of movement stemming from the anticipation of pain or re-injury, is increasingly recognized as a barrier to healthy aging. For older adults, this fear can be especially impactful because it intersects with existing aches, chronic conditions, and natural changes in mobility. When the mind anticipates pain, even…
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Chronic Pain in Australian Youth: Voices Unheard
Chronic pain among Australian youth: a growing, often misunderstood issue When nine-year-old Cooper Smylie injured his knee playing tag, he hardly imagined the months that would follow: a burning, searing pain that would not fade. What began as a simple injury soon became a voyage through emergency rooms, GP clinics, and a quest for a…
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Young Australians with Chronic Pain: A Hidden Struggle of Being Heard
Chronic Pain in Australian Youth: A Hidden Burden Chronic pain affects about 877,000 young people in Australia—roughly one in five children. For many families, the pain starts after an injury or appears without a clear diagnosis, persisting for months or years and reshaping daily life, mental health, education, and social participation. A new look at…
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Chronic Pain in Australian Youth: Listening to Young Pain
What chronic pain looks like for Australian youth When nine-year-old Cooper Smylie injured his knee playing tag at school, he did not expect a six‑month chase for an answer. What began as a burning sensation in his right foot soon became a daily burden that kept him from walking, from school, and from simply being…
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Chronic Pain Linked to Immune Condition Eosinophilia: New Clues
New findings suggest a surprising immune connection to chronic pain Researchers at the University of Arizona are reporting a potential link between chronic pain and a relatively rare immune condition known as eosinophilia. In a small study of medical records, scientists found that 12% of chronic pain patients treated with spinal cord stimulation or implanted…
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Chronic Pain and Eosinophilia: Possible Immune Link Found
New clues emerge about chronic pain and the immune system A recent study led by researchers at the University of Arizona suggests there may be a connection between chronic pain and eosinophilia, a relatively rare immune condition. The finding could pave the way for immune biomarkers that help predict treatment response for chronic pain patients.…
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Chronic Pain Link to Immune Condition Eosinophilia Found
New Clues About Chronic Pain and the Immune System Researchers at the University of Arizona are exploring a potential connection between chronic pain and a relatively uncommon immune condition, eosinophilia. In a small study examining medical records, investigators found that 12% of chronic pain patients treated with spinal cord stimulation or an implanted pain medicine…
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Tramadol’s Limited Relief in Chronic Pain: Benefits Don’t Outweigh Harms, Study Finds
New analysis questions tramadol’s role in chronic pain management A comprehensive data analysis published online in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine raises concerns about the widespread use of tramadol for chronic pain. While the drug is a dual-action opioid used for moderate to severe pain, the study suggests its analgesic effect in chronic conditions is limited…