Pain
Antidepressants seem to be largely ineffective for common pain conditions
Some antidepressant drugs do help in some pain conditions, but most are either ineffective or the evidence is inconclusive, despite being used for a range of pain conditions. The evidence, published by The British Medical Journal adds to mounting research that challenges the role of medicines for pain.
Botox injections for knee arthritis pain
Did you know that botox can be used for more than just cosmetic purposes? Knee pain could soon fall within its remit too after a new evidence review.
Anne Swithinbank, one of Britain’s best-loved gardeners on hip surgery, plantar fasciitis and top tips for gardeners with arthritis
Horticulturalist, writer and broadcaster, Anne Swithinbank is a regular panellist for BBC Radio 4’s Gardener’s Question Time and enjoys a well-established writing, broadcasting and events career. Some painkillers may worsen arthritis inflammation long-term
Taking anti-inflammatory painkillers such as ibuprofen and naproxen for osteoarthritis may actually make knee joint inflammation worse over time, researchers highlight at a recent conference.Immersive virtual reality can help manage chronic pain – evidence review
Immersive virtual reality could become a mainstream way of taking on chronic pain after a new evidence review highlights its potential.2024 ISSUE 4
