Pain can be broken down into two categories: acute pain, such as a cut on the leg, a tension headache, or a bone fracture, and chronic pain, pain which lasts longer and can be more…
Chronic illness
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Fibromyalgia Hypermobility Knee Exercises Based on Research
Introduction Fibromyalgia and joint hypermobility often occur together, creating a unique combination of chronic pain, fatigue, joint instability, and movement-related discomfort. When the knees are involved, this combination can become especially challenging because the knees…
Chronic Pain Due to Sciatica
Introduction Chronic pain due to sciatica is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact mobility, daily functioning, and overall quality of life. Sciatica is not a medical condition on its…
5-HTP: A Natural Supplement That May Improve Fibromyalgia Symptoms
Exploring a Serotonin-Boosting Approach to Chronic Pain and Fatigue Fibromyalgia is a complex chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, persistent fatigue, sleep disturbances, cognitive difficulties, and heightened sensitivity to physical and sensory input. For…
What Are the Risks of Pain Relief Alternatives to Opioids?
With so much attention focused on the dangers of opioid painkillers, it’s easy to forget that even “safe” over-the-counter products carry some dangers. If you don’t think twice about reaching for a pill to relieve…
For Rural Patients, Fibromyalgia Opioid Treatment Centers Often Too Far Away
The Hidden Geography of Chronic Pain Care Living with fibromyalgia is challenging in any setting, but for people in rural communities, the struggle often extends far beyond the symptoms themselves. Accessing appropriate medical care can…
5 Common Chronic Pain Problems From Dancing
One of the most common complaints Chronicillness.co Site of United States sees amongst dancers knee pain following an injury. Dancers are hyper-mobile, meaning the joints move in a larger range of motion than normal. Typically,…
Signs Your Back Pain Is Serious
We’ve all had back pain from time to time. Maybe we lifted luggage that was too heavy, held a baby for too long or carried a backpack overloaded with books. Some aches and pain here…
Do I Need An MRI Scan For My Chronic Pain?
The development of the MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) machine greatly revolutionized the treatment of chronic pain—specifically low back pain. Usually, an MRI scan is administered to confirm what physicians believe to be the reason for…
What You Need to Know About Acetaminophen Use during Pregnancy?
Two-thirds of American women take acetaminophen for pregnancy’s aches and pains. But the medication might not be as harmless as previously thought. Research published in October online in JAMA Psychiatry shows that women who took…