They’re not fakers. People with fibromyalgia know it’s real, even if it’s misunderstood. Individuals diagnosed with fibromyalgia frequently encounter the challenge of not feeling fully acknowledged by their medical practitioners, who might underestimate the validity of their condition. This ailment falls within the category of hidden illnesses, wherein the symptoms do not consistently manifest visibly […]
About 20 percent of American adults, or 50 million, deal with some form of chronic pain. Disability, lost work days, excessive healthcare expenditures, and poor health are all linked to having a chronic pain condition like fibromyalgia, migraines, or low back pain. Prescription opioids have been widely used to manage chronic pain, but their use […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new guidelines for prescribing opioid painkillers, aiming to provide more flexible and individualized approaches to pain care. The guidelines no longer include a recommended ceiling for opioid dosage and encourage healthcare providers to consider non-opioid therapies as the first line of treatment. The revised guidelines […]
You are not alone in finding that your typical OTC pain reliever is no longer effective for your back pain. Up to 23% of individuals experience persistent low back discomfort, per a 2018 review published in American Family Physician.1 It might take time and some trial and error to discover the proper treatment for back […]
It is not always necessary to resort to opioid prescriptions or over-the-counter medicines in order to find relief from chronic pain. It’s never simple to cope with suffering. However, at least you can rest easy knowing that the discomfort you’re feeling right now is just transitory whether it’s the result of anything like the aftereffects […]
The shoulder is the most mobile joint in your body since it is a ball-and-socket joint. The shoulder is easily torn or injured due to its range of motion. That’s why a lot of individuals worry about developing shoulder discomfort at some time in their life. However, the intensity of your discomfort may range from […]
Painful and debilitating, sciatica results from the sciatic nerve becoming inflamed, compressed, or damaged. When it comes to nerves, the sciatic nerve takes the cake. It begins with the lumbar region and spreads to the back of both legs and the soles of the feet. With the aid of the sciatic nerve, you can move […]
Stomach flu, also known as viral gastroenteritis, is characterized by inflammation of the stomach lining. It’s important to note that the symptoms of stomach flu are distinct from those of the actual flu caused by influenza viruses. While influenza primarily affects the respiratory system, stomach flu is caused by a gastrointestinal virus, leading to symptoms […]