Severe joint pain plagues an increasing number of aging, often arthritic Americans, a new report finds. In 2002, about 10.5 million people in the United States said they battled severe joint pain... Read more ...
Whiplash is a relatively common injury that is often ignored or mistreated due to lack of understanding of the condition. Whiplash is usually the result of a rear impact while in a... Read more ...
Medicare pays some U.S. hospitals two to three times more than others to care for older adults who experience complications after major surgery, a new analysis finds. Those higher payments aren't... Read more ...
Over-the-counter pain relievers are an easy way to manage common aches and pains. The American Academy of Family Physicians says OTC pain relievers can help with: Stiff, sprained... Read more ...
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The fentanyl transdermal system is used for patients with severe chronic pain, for example, cancer pain. Physical dependence occurs commonly during therapy with opiate agonists such as... Read more ...
Arthritis Center
MedicineNet's Arthritis Center gives you all of the tools necessary to maintain healthy bones and joints. Get access to various arthritis topics, slideshows, quizzes and medications for reference. Arthritis includes pain and limited function of joints. It affects men and women, children and adults, young and old. Earlier and accurate diagnosis can help to prevent irreversible damage and disability. Read more ...
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