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Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is one of the most common complaints for which people seek medical care. Understand the causes and learn about treatments and strategies to help manage it.
Safer NSAID Alternatives
Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH
Yoga for Pain Relief
Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT
The Pain Gate Theory of Pain Control
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
How Do Somatic Pain and Visceral Pain Feel Different?
Medically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MD
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How Chronic Nerve Pain Causes Skin Changes
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Disuse Atrophy Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
The Common Symptoms of Neuralgia or Nerve Pain
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
The Link Between Depression and Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
Relapsing-Remitting Disorders and Symptoms
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Progressive Disorders and Diseases
Medically reviewed by Chris Vincent, MD
How the Nervous System Detects and Interprets Pain
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
The 6 Best Chronic Pain Support Groups of 2021
Fact checked by James Lacy
Raynaud's Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
What Is Chronic Pain?
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
The Best Tests for Diagnosing Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Molina Ortiz, MD, MPH
Ultrasound Therapy for Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Keri Peterson, MD
How Pain Rating Scales Work
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Common Tests Used to Diagnose Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Tests and Procedures for Diagnosing Pelvic Pain
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
10 Different Types of Pain Scales and How They're Used
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Patient-Controlled Anesthesia (PCA): What You Need to Know
By Sherry Christiansen
Naprosyn (naproxen) Side Effects
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Micro-Dose LSD for Pain, Alzheimer's, Mental Illness
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
The 9 Best Heating Pads of 2021
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Tylenol #3: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Violetta Shamilova, PharmD
Does Medicare Cover Acupuncture for Low Back Pain?
Fact checked by Elaine Hinzey, RD
What Are Opiates?
Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO
Physical Therapy as Treatment for Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
How Is Opioid Defined?
Medically reviewed by Violetta Shamilova, PharmD
Neurontin Abuse on the Rise
Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD
Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia and Allodynia: Causes and Treatments
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Using Buprenorphine for Chronic Pain Management
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Know When to Use Heat or Cold for Your Pain
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Using Naproxen for Chronic Pain Management
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
How a TENS Unit Can Be Used for Pain Management
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Ultrasound Therapy Treatment for Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Can You Ask Your Doctor for Stronger Painkillers?
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Percocet for Chronic Pain Management
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
How Anticonvulsants Block Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
How Adjuvant Analgesics Are Used to Treat Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
NSAIDs for Long-Term Chronic Pain Treatment
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Benefits and Risks of Opioids for Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH
Topical Analgesics for Pain
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Oxycodone Opioid Use in Pain Management
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Types of Medications Used for Treating Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD
Vicodin as Medication for Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Will Tylenol and Similar Drugs Help Neuropathy?
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Using Heat for Pain Treatment
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Generic Valium: Is It Safe and Effective?
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Using Corticosteroids for Pain Control
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
CDC Recommendations on Opioids for Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Permanent or Temporary Nerve Blocks for Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
How to Safely Quit Taking Painkillers
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Overview of Chronic Pelvic Pain/Prostatitis Syndrome
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Types of Opioids Used for Chronic Pain Relief
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
How Hydrocodone Is Used for Pain Management
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
The Use of NSAIDs For Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Aspirin as Medication for Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
The 9 Best OTC Pain Relievers of 2021
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Choosing the Right Over-the-Counter Pain Medication
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Prescription Pain-Relief Patches: Uses and Precautions
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Most Common Chronic Pain Conditions
By Adrienne Dellwo
The Main Types of Chronic Pain
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
What Does Nerve Pain Feel Like?
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD