Pain Relief
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Medical marijuana for sickle cell patients means fewer hospitalisations
Sickle cell disease patients who take medical marijuana for pain have fewer hospital visits than others, according to a new US study. Read more
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Acupuncture better than paracetamol for chronic pain – NICE
Acupuncture may be a better option than paracetamol for patients with chronic primary pain, according to controversial new guidelines published last night. Read more
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Low pressure weather linked to chronic pain
A new study has investigated the widespread belief that the weather influences our health, in particular, that it can worsen chronic pain. Read more
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New migraine treatment gains backing
Up to 10,000 people in England could be offered a new anti-migraine self-injected drug, it was announced today. Read more
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Medicinal cannabis not effective for long-term sleep problems
People with chronic pain who have trouble sleeping might build up a tolerance to medicinal cannabis, which would negate its effectiveness, researchers warn today. Read more
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Plan to improve migraine care unveiled
NHS officials have unveiled a plan to improve care of migraine and reduce hospital admissions for the problem. Read more
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Call for review of global access to palliative care
Only 14% of people globally have access to palliative care services, while more than half the world’s population has poor or non-existent access, a study reveals today (17 December 2019). Read more
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Icy VR experience may aid pain relief
Virtual reality immersion in Arctic ice may help relieve intense burning pain, according to British researchers. Read more
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Cannabis products too expensive – NICE
Medicinal cannabis products are being sold at excessive prices outweighing potential benefits for patients, regulators have said. Read more
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Smartphone pain therapy trials to begin
British scientists have developed a phone app to help people suffering from chronic pain, it was announced today. Read more