In patients with chronic pancreatitis, an evidence-based management algorithm was not superior to standard practice in improving quality of life or reducing pain severity. Although a significant ...

An estimated one in five Americans live with chronic pain and current treatment options leave much to be desired. Scientists are now using artificial intelligence (AI) for drug discovery in advanced ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a rare clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Clinicians need to discuss and offer all patients a variety of pain management options for in-office gynecologic procedures ranging from intrauterine device (IUD) insertion to biopsies, according to ...

Post-vasectomy pain syndrome (PVPS) is a chronic and potentially debilitating condition affecting a subset of men undergoing vasectomy. Despite its impact on quality of life, PVPS remains ...

Don't Do Me Like That: Promoting Respectful Language in Oncology Research As state laws and national guidelines proliferate, there is mounting evidence that opioid restrictions reduce opioid access ...

For the millions of Americans who face each day with persistent aches, stiffness, and swelling, finding effective relief can feel like an endless quest. Chronic pain—defined as discomfort lasting ...

Acute postoperative pain following cesarean section arises from tissue damage caused during surgery, which triggers an inflammatory response and activates nerve signals that transmit pain sensations 1 ...

After surgery, you’ll likely experience acute pain around the procedure site. Various pain management techniques can help you cope as you heal from your surgery. Managing pain after a surgical ...

A trial of an interactive game that trains people to alter their brain waves has shown promise as a treatment for nerve pain -- offering hope for a new generation of drug-free treatments. A trial of ...

Some pain management clinics ask people to sign contracts that outline what the clinic expects from them. Some clinics may discharge people if they breach the contract. The exact number of chances ...

Pain management doctors focus on helping a person find relief from pain due to underlying conditions or as long-term consequences of surgical procedures. Pain management doctors work with a variety of ...