The Lancet16h
Advances in diagnosis, classification, and management of pain in Parkinson's disease
With over 10 million people affected worldwide, Parkinson's disease is the fastest-growing neurological disorder. More than ...
Young adults in pain start using cannabis earlier and are more likely to mix it with alcohol, research finds
Contrary to popular belief, young adults can experience significant acute and even chronic pain—which can motivate them to ...
The Straits Times14d
Why rating your pain out of 10 is tricky
“But on a scale of zero to 10, how do you rate your pain?” asked the nurse. My daughter’s tear-streaked face creased with confusion. “What does 10 mean?” “Ten is the worst pain you can ...
Armed robbery in Revesby14d
Why Pain Rating on 10-Point Scale Is Tricky
"But on a scale of zero to ten, how do you rate your pain?" asked the nurse. My daughter's tear-streaked face creased with confusion. "What does ten mean?" "Ten is the worst pain you can imagine." She ...
Frontiers18d
How facial expressions reveal acute pain in domestic animals with facial pain scales as a diagnostic tool
Activating these regions leads to the production of facial muscle movement that generate facial expressions that can be associated with the perception of pain. The Adult Sheep Grimace Scale (SGS) ...
Science Daily29d
Continuing vs. discontinuing opioid medications prescriptions for adults with chronic pain
a new study explores the harms and benefits of continuing and of discontinuing the long-term prescription of opioid medicines to adults with chronic pain. Chronic pain is complex and difficult to ...