Hospitals in Pennsylvania are constantly innovating to improve the quality of care they deliver to patients. St. Luke’s University Health Network’s Comprehensive Spine program, launched in August 2018, is a perfect example. Comprehensive Spine is a new...
It’s just a headache. How many times have you or someone you know said this? Some of us misunderstand and downplay the severity of migraines, thinking of them as a minor affliction preventing people from taking part in daily life. Dr. Dolores Dominguez...
Doctors are working to ensure the safe use of opioid-based prescription medications as a first line of pain control, particularly for chronic pain sufferers. Some health care professionals and patients are exploring the use of complementary and alternative treatments...
It’s official—you and your doctor have discovered you are prone to migraines. What can you do to relieve the pain? According to Mayo Clinic, there are simple steps to “head off” the pain. While medication is a proven way to treat and prevent migraines,...
Inflammation results from the body’s attempt to repair itself after injury—so it’s a natural and necessary part of healing. This quick (also called acute) response typically includes increased heat, swelling, and pain at the site of the injury and is short lived....
Browsing the pain relief and cold aisle is enough to give anyone a headache. Maybe you’ve decided you need ibuprofen or an antihistamine, but what form do you select—pills, caplets, liqui-gels? Some are better if you have stomach problems, while others act more...
Chronic back pain is a condition that affects thousands of people each year. Chronic back pain can be attributed to a variety of factors, from arthritis to muscle weakness. Strengthening the muscles of your core, back and hips can provide some relief to the constant...
If you need pain medication, stay safe and prevent opioid abuse by asking your doctor these six questions from Pennsylvania Medical Society: