Back Pain
Over 10% of US adults live in chronic pain says new analysis of data
Most adults in the US have experienced some level of pain, from brief to more lasting (chronic) pain, and from relatively minor to more severe pain, say a new analysis of data from the 2012 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS). And an estimated 25.3 million adults (11.2%) experience chronic pain, ie pain every day for the preceding three months. Continue reading
Early treatment with adalimumab (Humira) may prevent progression of axial spondyloarthritis
People with axial spondyloarthritis who receive early treatment with adalimumab could be more likely to have low disease activity or reach remission within two years, says research in Medicine. Continue reading
Looking for long-term relief for chronic back and leg pain? A new option could be on the cards…
Greater choice could soon be available for people seeking relief from chronic back and leg pain, a team highlights in Anesthesiology. Continue reading
Ankylosing spondylitis may be predicted by childhood infection, low birth weight or older siblings
A link has been found between developing ankylosing spondylitis in later life and low birth weight, childhood infections and having older siblings, experts explained at the European League Against Rheumatism Annual Congress. Continue reading
Talking therapy combined with physiotherapy is preferred option for people with chronic lower back pain
People with chronic lower back pain and related stress could benefit from a form of talking therapy, says research in BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. And a combination of talking therapy and physiotherapy to address both the psychological and physical aspects of back pain is the preferred option. Continue reading
