PainManagement
1 in 4 children suffers from chronic pain − school nurses could be key to helping them manage it
1 in 4 children suffers from chronic pain − school nurses could be key to helping them manage it Chronic pain affects approximately 25% of children, with symptoms lasting for years on end and impacting daily life, academics, and mental health. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a highly effective approach in treating chronic pain in […]
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New painkiller could ditch dangerous opioid side effects
New painkiller could ditch dangerous opioid side effects SBI-810, an experimental painkiller, has shown promising results in treating pain without the dangerous side effects of opioids. The drug targets a specific receptor on nerves and spinal cord, activating only a specific pain-relief pathway that avoids euphoric highs linked to addiction. Tests in mice have shown […]
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From cats and dogs to penguins and llamas, treating animals with acupuncture has become mainstream in veterinary medicine
From cats and dogs to penguins and llamas, treating animals with acupuncture has become mainstream in veterinary medicine Acupuncture has become increasingly common in veterinary medicine, especially for pain management, and is now used to treat a wide range of species, from household dogs and cats to large animals like horses, cows, and llamas. The […]
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