Reviewing the Efficacy of Medical Cannabis for Chronic Pain
There is limited evidence supporting the efficacy of cannabis for refractory chronic pain, including chronic neuropathic pain.
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Acupuncture May Alleviate Leg Pain Associated With Chronic Discogenic Sciatica
Acupuncture may offer short-term benefits for leg pain associated with chronic discogenic sciatica.
Neuropathic Pain May Not Predict Chronic Widespread Pain in Patients With Regional Pain
The risk for developing chronic widespread pain was found to be comparable in patients with regional pain with or without neuropathic pain.
Live-Attenuated Zoster Vaccine Reduces Herpes Zoster Pain and Neuralgia
Live-attenuated herpes zoster vaccine protects against postherpetic neuralgia even when [herpes zoster] occurs despite vaccination.
Distinct Features in PD With vs Without Central Parkinsonian Pain
Patients with Parkinson disease with vs without central parkinsonian pain may be younger, have earlier disease onset, fewer comorbidities, and greater pain relief with antiparkinsonian therapies.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Also Benefits Chronic Pain
For patients with chronic pain (CP), both mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) improve physical functioning, pain intensity, and depression.
Benefits of a Pain and Stress Management Program for the Management of Chronic Pain
A “Pain and Stress Management” program for the management of chronic pain, was found to be effective in alleviating pain, diminishing stress, promoting self-management of pain, and ameliorating general well-being.
Opioid Bill Gets Bipartisan Support
In a rare bipartisan move, both the House and Senate have reached a compromise on legislation to address the opioid epidemic.
Is Pregabalin Effective for Chronic, Post-Traumatic Neuropathic Pain?
Pregabalin does not appear to be effective for controlling pain in patients with chronic post-traumatic peripheral neuropathic pain.
CDC: About One in Five U.S. Adults Have Chronic Pain
About 20.4% of US adults have chronic pain and 8.0% have high-impact chronic pain.
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