Tag: Chronic Pain
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Bridging Pain and Mental Health at UHN: A New Model of Care
Introduction: A new approach to pain and mental health At Toronto’s University Health Network (UHN), a quiet revolution is underway. Dr. Jeffrey Wieskopf joined UHN in 2022 with a mission: to treat chronic pain and mental health as two sides of the same coin. His work is reshaping patient care by breaking down the traditional…
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Bridging Pain and Mind: UHN’s Holistic Approach to Chronic Pain and Mental Health
Breaking the Silos: A New Model for Pain and Mental Health Care At Toronto’s University Health Network (UHN), a quiet revolution is underway. Since joining UHN in 2022, Dr. Jeffrey Wieskopf has championed a mission that treats chronic pain and mental health as two sides of the same coin. His approach challenges traditional silos in…
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Two Hours of Exercise a Week Slashes Joint Pain and GP Visits, Study Finds
Two hours a week: a simple, powerful prescription for joint pain A major analysis suggests that a structured, two-hour weekly exercise program can significantly ease joint pain, reduce visits to the GP, and lower sickness absence for people with hip, back, or knee problems. The findings come from a 12-week trial in Greater Manchester, where…
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Endometriosis Surgery Abroad: An Irish Patient Finds Relief in Athens
Introduction: A journey born of pain and frustration Three days after excision surgery for endometriosis in Athens, I lie on an Airbnb couch, achey yet elated. The pain that once ruled my days is dramatically reduced, and the transformation feels almost miraculous. The system that let me down In Ireland, estimates place 155,000 women with…
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Endometriosis Care Abroad: My Athens Excision Experience
When the Irish system let me down Endometriosis affects an estimated 155,000 people in Ireland, yet many women still face delays, disbelief, and a lack of specialist care. My own journey began with relentless pelvic pain and a cascade of confusing symptoms that medical professionals struggled to address. Since August 2024, daily pain, urinary urgency,…
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A New Tool in the Battle Against Chronic Pain? The Holy Grail of Relief
The Holy Grail of Pain Relief: What Scientists Are Pursuing Chronic pain affects millions worldwide, and opioids, while powerful, bring a heavy toll in the form of dependence, tolerance, and life-threatening side effects. This has spurred researchers to seek a drug that can deliver opioid-level relief without the devastating risks. At the center of this…
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A New Tool in the Fight Against Chronic Pain: The Quest for an Opioid-Sparing Drug
Chronic Pain and the Push for Safer Relief Chronic pain affects millions and tests the limits of modern medicine. For decades, powerful opioids have been the go-to option when other treatments fail. But the dangers—dependence, respiratory risks, and a troubling side-effect profile—have spurred an urgent search for better solutions. In this landscape, a new line…
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A New Tool in the Battle Against Chronic Pain? The Opioid-like Breakthrough
Introduction: A new tool in the fight against chronic pain Chronic pain remains one of medicine’s toughest challenges, draining quality of life and straining healthcare systems. For decades, researchers have sought an analgesic that matches the power of the strongest opioids without the devastating side effects—addiction, respiratory depression, constipation, and misuse. A growing line of…
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The Hidden Cost of Childhood Chronic Pain in Australia
Understanding the Impact of Childhood Chronic Pain Chronic pain is a struggle that affects not just the individual, but entire families. In Australia, this hidden epidemic has profound economic implications. The inaugural Kids in Pain Report released by Chronic Pain Australia reveals that approximately 877,000 children are affected by chronic pain, leading to significant repercussions…
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Understanding Childhood Chronic Pain: Economic and Emotional Toll
The Hidden Struggle of Childhood Chronic Pain In Australia, the realities of childhood chronic pain often remain hidden, affecting not just the children but their families and the wider economy. Michelle McMahon and her daughter Laura are examples of this ongoing battle. Laura’s life took a drastic turn after a case of shingles at age…