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New research uncovers why acute pain fades but chronic pain lingers—revealing how the brain's pain-regulating system breaks down and pointing to new treatment possibilities.
A new study reveals that when we experience short-term (acute) pain, the brain has a built‑in way to dial down pain ...
A new study reveals that neurons in the brainstem respond very differently to acute versus chronic pain, potentially ...
Why does a paper cut hurt for a moment, but a bad knee can ache for years? A study suggests the answer lies deep in the ...
If you're experiencing chronic pain — or at risk of it — this list will help you prepare yourself and know what to ask and do ...
Most non-surgical lower back pain treatments offer little relief, with only a few showing modest benefits over placebo, an ...
Everyone who is diagnosed with a chronic health condition processes it differently. People might be sad, anxious, or angry.