Tag: Pain Management
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Cold Weather Warning: 5 Essential Steps Arthritis Patients Should Take Before Winter Hits
Winter Is Ahead: Why Arthritis Needs a Proactive Plan As temperatures drop, many people with arthritis notice stiffer joints, more pain, and slower movement. The good news is that a few thoughtful changes can greatly reduce winter-related discomfort. By focusing on warmth, safe activity, nutrition, mental health, and joint protection, you can navigate the cold…
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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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New Class of Painkillers Aims to Ease Pain Without Suppressing Inflammation
Rethinking Pain Relief: A Targeted Approach Current painkillers, notably non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), fight pain by dampening inflammation. While effective, this approach can delay healing and increase the risk of side effects affecting the heart, stomach, kidneys, and liver. A new line of research from the University of Florence promises a different path: severing the…
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New Painkillers Could Separate Pain Relief from Inflammation: A Potential Breakthrough
Rewriting Pain Management: A New Strategy Emerges Current non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are effective at easing pain by blocking prostaglandins — chemicals involved in inflammation. While this helps reduce discomfort, it can also hinder the body’s healing processes and bring a range of side effects, from stomach issues to heart and kidney risks. A recent…
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Singapore Hospitals Expand Integrative Care: NTU TCM Students to Shadow Rounds at TTSH
Singapore Expands Integrative Medicine Education From 2027, Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) will open its rounds to undergraduates studying traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) from Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Final-year students enrolled in NTU’s four-year Bachelor of Chinese Medicine program will shadow senior physicians, observing how Western and Eastern medical practices can work together to improve…
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Older Adults on Tramadol and Antidepressants Face Higher Seizure Risk, Study Finds
New findings link tramadol and certain antidepressants to increased seizure risk in older adults A recent study published in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, investigated whether older adults living in nursing homes who are prescribed the pain drug tramadol alongside certain antidepressants might face a higher risk of seizures. The…
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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…
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Tramadol: Limited Relief for Chronic Pain, with Serious Risk Increases
Overview: Tramadol’s Role in Chronic Pain Management Tramadol, a dual-action opioid commonly prescribed for moderate to severe pain, has long been a staple in clinical guidelines for managing chronic conditions. Yet a comprehensive data synthesis published in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine suggests its benefits may be far more modest than once believed, while the risks…
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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…