Tag: Chronic Pain
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Virtual Reality Therapy Eases Chronic Pain: A Modern Approach
Introduction: A New Tool in Chronic Pain Management Chronic pain can linger long after initial illness or treatment, affecting quality of life and daily function. In recent years, virtual reality (VR) therapy has emerged as a promising non-pharmacological option for patients with various chronic pain conditions. By immersing patients in carefully designed digital environments, VR…
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How Virtual Reality Is Easing Chronic Pain in Patients Post-Chemotherapy and Beyond
Introduction: A new ally in chronic pain management Chronic pain affects millions and often resists traditional treatments. In recent years, virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising tool to help patients manage persistent pain. By immersing users in engaging, distraction-rich environments, VR can alter pain perception, reduce anxiety, and support rehabilitation. This article explores…
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Virtual Reality: A Promising Ally in Chronic Pain Management
Virtual reality emerges as a novel approach for chronic pain Chronic pain is a complex, multifaceted condition that affects millions of people worldwide. From chemotherapy-induced neuropathy and diabetic nerve pain to post-shingles discomfort and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), patients often face persistent distress that resists traditional treatments. A growing area of interest among clinicians…
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NHS Alert: Amitriptyline for Migraine and Pain Guidance
What the NHS warns about amitriptyline for migraine and pain The NHS has issued important guidance for people prescribed amitriptyline to help manage migraines and chronic pain. While the medicine can offer relief for some, it also carries risks. Understanding when to take it, how to recognise potential side effects, and when to seek urgent…
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Ottawa Woman Overcomes Endometriosis After Rare Surgery at The Ottawa Hospital
One Woman’s Journey with Endometriosis Danika Fleury, a 34-year-old elementary school teacher from Ottawa, spent more than a decade living with the painful and often unpredictable symptoms of endometriosis. From chronic pelvic pain to fatigue that limited her classroom energy, her condition affected daily routines, career ambitions, and personal life. For years, she tried conventional…
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Ottawa Woman Finds Relief After Rare Endometriosis Surgery at The Ottawa Hospital
Hope for endometriosis sufferers: a rare surgical breakthrough in Ottawa Endometriosis, a chronic and often painful condition, affects millions of women worldwide. In Ottawa, a 34-year-old elementary school teacher, Danika Fleury, recently reached a turning point after undergoing a rare surgical procedure at The Ottawa Hospital. Her story highlights how specialized techniques can offer lasting…
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Investigating Self-Reported Sensory Intolerance and Perceptual Ability in Fibromyalgia
Understanding the Link Between Fibromyalgia and Sensory Intolerance Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition affecting an estimated 2.7% of people worldwide. While characteristic symptoms include widespread pain, fatigue, stiffness, and sleep disturbances, many patients also report heightened sensory experiences. Sensory intolerance—difficulty tolerating ordinary sensory input such as sounds, lights, textures, or smells—has emerged as a…
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Canada’s Pain Medication Shortages Hit Chronic Pain Patients
Canada’s Pain Medication Shortages: An Everyday Crisis Across the country, chronic pain patients are navigating a growing and frustrating barrier to relief: a nationwide shortage of a commonly used combination medication—acetaminophen with oxycodone. For people who rely on this drug to manage severe pain and maintain a semblance of daily life, the shortage looks less…
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Canada’s Pain Medication Shortages Leave Chronic Pain Patients in Limbo
Chronic Pain in Canada Meets a Mysterious Shortage Across Canada, chronic pain patients are confronting a troubling reality: shortages in commonly prescribed pain medications have disrupted treatment plans, daily routines, and quality of life. From acetaminophen with oxycodone to other staple analgesics, patients report delays, substitutions, and escalating anxiety about future access. The human stories…
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Canada’s Pain Medication Shortages Striking Chronic Pain Patients
Overview: A Nation’s Struggle with Pain Medication Shortages Across Canada, chronic pain patients are grappling with a growing shortage of essential pain medications. The disruptions began to surface prominently when prescription supplies ran low, and the ripple effects touch everything from daily routines to long-term health planning. One poignant example is acetaminophen with oxycodone, a…