Prevalence of Pain Higher in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have an elevated prevalence of pain compared with children without ASD.
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FDA Approves Unique Spinal Cord Stimulation System for Chronic Pain
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Senza Omnia Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) System (Nevro) for the treatment of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs.
Benzhydrocodone/Acetaminophen Combination Tablet Available for Short-Term Pain Management
Apadaz (benzhydrocodone and acetaminophen immediate-release tablets) and its authorized generic AG-Apadaz will be available nationally beginning in November 2019.
Early Access to Chiropractors, PT Linked to Decreased Long-Term Opioid Use
Patients who initially see a physical therapist or chiropractor for low back pain rather than a primary care physician are much less likely to be prescribed opioids.
FDA and FTC Issue Joint Warning Letter to Company Selling Unproven CBD Products
Company claimed their CBD products can be used to treat a variety of conditions and diseases including teething pain and earaches in infants, skin problems, autism, ADHD, Parkinson disease, and Alzheimer disease, among others.
FDA, DEA Issue Joint Warning Letters to Illegal Online Opioid Sellers
The FDA and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) have issued joint warning letters to several website operators that have been illegally selling opioid medications online.
CB2 Receptor Agonist Effective for Neuropathic Pain in Preclinical Studies
CNTX-6016, a highly-selective cannabinoid receptor type 2 agonist, was found to provide adequate analgesia in preclinical models of neuropathic pain.
Purdue Files for Bankruptcy Over Opioid Crisis Suits
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, touching off what could be a fierce battle by dozens of states hoping to recoup billions spent fighting the opioid crisis.
Purdue Pharma Tentatively Reaches Settlement in Opioid Lawsuits
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma has reached a tentative settlement with a coalition of states and local governments that sued the company over its role in America’s ongoing opioid crisis.
Acupuncture May Alleviate Leg Pain Associated With Chronic Discogenic Sciatica
Acupuncture may offer short-term benefits for leg pain associated with chronic discogenic sciatica.
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