Tag Archives: chronic pain

Exercise improves mood for those with chronic illnesses

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Walt Larimore

Reuters reports patients with chronic illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and back pain improve their mood by working out on a regular basis, according to a study published in Archives of Internal Medicine.

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Women report feeling more pain than men

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Walt Larimore

A Stanford Medical Center study found women report feeling more pain than men do on a variety of common ailments including back and neck injuries, digestive problems and sinus infections. In a Stanford news release one of the authors said part … Continue reading →

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Pain intensity greater for women than men, study finds

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Walt Larimore

According to the results of a study in which researchers examined pain scores from tens of thousands of patients in the United States, women experience more intense pain than men.

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Homeopathic Cobra Venom for Pain? Watch out!

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Walt Larimore

According to the experts at the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database, Cobroxin and Nyloxin are new homeopathic products used for chronic pain. They come as an oral spray and topical gel. The bad news is that these products contain a “5X … Continue reading →

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New Warning Against Long-Term Use of Aspirin and Ibuprofen in Elderly

Posted on May 8, 2009 by Walt Larimore

Aspirin and ibuprofen are staples in just about every medicine chest and first aid kit. They’re sold over the counter, and they’re not expensive. Most people don’t think twice about taking them. But you should — especially if you’re elderly. … Continue reading →

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