Association Between Analgesic Use and Hearing Loss

Most everyone takes an aspirin or other pain reliever from time to time, and these drugs are very safe when taken in low doses or infrequently. But with an increased usage there is the potential risk of ototoxicity, or hearing loss as measured by several research studies.

Managing Sprains and Strains at Home Using P.R.I.C.E. Therapy and Avoiding H.A.R.M.

A sprain is a damaged tissue that connect bone at a joint. It can be caused by meandering, falling or getting hit. Its symptoms include difficulties in moving joints, bruising, swelling and pain. Wrist and ankle sprains are most common.

Appendicitis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Appendicitis is a condition that occurs when the appendix becomes inflamed. The appendix is a small, 3 1/2-inch, finger-shaped tube that is attached to the beginning of the colon, the cecum. A small amount of mucus is made in the lining of the colon that drains into the cecum from the center core of the appendix. The appendix also contains lymphatic tissue in the walls of the appendix. Appendicitis is a medical emergency that requires surgery in order to remove the appendix. If left untreated, the appendix may rupture and cause further problems.

Immediate Relief from Angina Pain with Glyceril Trinitrate

Blood carries oxygen through the whole body. These is a normal function and is facilitated by hemoglobin. Blood from the lungs that is Oxygenated is carried through veins to the heart. The heart muscle cells require a steady supply of nutrients and oxygen to remove waste products and buttress the heart. Coronary arteries handle the provision of blood to the heart. When the heart fails to receive enough blood, it leads to an affliction known as angina.

Treatment Options for Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow isn't an injury that only happens to professional athletes. It is an injury that can affect the elbow, shoulder, etc. after repeated use causing inflammation in the joint area that does not subside or heal with rest.

Treatment and Prevention of Muscle Cramp

It’s not uncommon for an individual to get muscle cramps frequently during the night. In fact, many people can attest to how painful a muscle cramp can be in the middle of the night, especially since it can be described as a involuntary contraction that may start in the leg suddenly without warning. For most people, they normally describe the tightening of their muscles as a very painful and excruciating experience.

Effectiveness of Intrathecal Pumps for Pain Management

Back pain is one of the most common complaints doctors hear. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most difficult ailments to treat. There are many causes of back pain, including disk breakdown, tension, muscle spasms and disc ruptures. Many of these are causes from accidents, but others, such as scoliosis, are generally genetic in nature.

Effect of Alcohol Consumption on Joint Pain

Drinking alcohol can cause many health problems, especially if it is consumed in large quantities. Joint pain is one of the risks of binge drinking (classified as 5 or more drinks in one session of drinking). In some cases, the pain may be related to an underlying condition, such as gout or other forms of inflammatory arthritis.

Is Diclofenac an Effective Pain Reliever in Children?

Diclofenac comes from the family of NSAID’s which is the shortened term given to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. These medications can be purchase over the counter under the name of ibuprofen such as Advil or Aleve. Their safety has been well established in adults while their use in children has not been so clearly established.

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation to Alleviate Neuropathic Pain

Pain is an unpleasant sensation that many people have to live with at some point or another. Oftentimes, the pain is short-lived. At other times, however, pain is constant and long-lasting. That latter form of pain is referred to as chronic pain. Neuropathic pain is among the worse type, and it can be an extremely challenging condition to manage. Indeed, the pain from neuropathy does not respond well to the common variety of painkillers.

Pain Management For A Frozen Shoulder

Recovery from frozen shoulder can take up to a year or more. There are numerous treatments that can help the shoulder joint’s motion range. The shoulder area is made up of tendons, bones and ligaments. The capsule is a strong tissue that surrounds the joint in the area. The synovial fluid helps to lubricate the joint and the capsule tissues. However, when a frozen shoulder occurs, there is thickening of the capsule, and then it swells around the shoulders joint.

Urine Drug Testing as a Tool to Measure Patient Pain Medication Adherence

Pain management is necessary for those suffering with certain medical conditions. However, there are also many people that abuse their pain medications. This is a specifically high trend in the elderly who have fixed incomes and can use their medications to supplement their income. The problem is really out of hand and it grows each and every day.

Symptoms and Treatment Options for Sciatica

Sciatica is persistent nerve pain that is felt when there is irritation of the sciatic nerve. This is the body's longest nerve and runs from the lower back, through the back into the lower leg. Pain results when the nerve is injured or compressed.