Researchers from Imperial College London have found that watching virtual reality (VR) videos of the North Pole helps relieve chronic pain. In a study published in Pain Reports, the researchers reported that VR therapy helps reduce perceived pain levels and pain sensitivity. Virtual reality an effective pain reliever The researchers mimicked the heightened sensitivity of people with chronic pain […]
The common cold is a viral infection of the nose and upper respiratory tract. Even though it’s usually harmless, it can cause discomfort in the form of a runny nose, sore throat, fever and body aches. Most people recover fully from the common cold after a few days. But taking natural remedies can help reduce the duration and […]
Victims of gout are usually restless at night. During the night is the time when gout symptoms are most likely felt by the body. Some of the symptoms include pain and swelling of the joints and feeling of pressure and tenderness in the affected area. Gout can last for days, weeks, even years if left […]
When you feel pain, what do you do? If it’s minor, you might ignore it and hope it goes away on its own. If you’re still feeling it after some time has passed, perhaps you’ll alternate heat and ice or get some OTC pain pills. If it’s chronic pain, you might turn to physical therapy […]
It might seem strange, but the best remedy for shoulder pain, which can be aggravated by movement, are some modified shoulder exercises. According to Lee Rosenzweig, a physical therapist at the Joint Mobility Center at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, bad posture, repetitive movements, and some exercises are the main causes of general shoulder pain, muscle tears, […]
Viruses cause most ear infections, although sometimes bacteria are the culprit. There are three main types of ear infections that affect the middle ear: Acute otitis media (AOM) is the most common type of ear infection. Fluid builds up behind the eardrum, causing a painful earache. Otitis media with effusion (OME) usually occurs in children. […]
Have you ever noticed how comedians tend to live long lives? Take the iconic Bob Hope and George Burns, for instance. Both men lived to be 100 years old! What if the key to living longer lives was not taking life too seriously, but harboring a healthy sense of humor and kindly laughing at the […]
Tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs when the posterior tibial nerve, which runs along the inside of the ankle and foot, becomes compressed and damaged, causing inflammation. The condition, also known as TTS, is usually caused by continual overuse of the foot and ankle, such as occurs with strenuous or prolonged walking, running, standing, or exercising. But […]
Headaches are something that everyone experiences. For some, a headache is only an occasional occurrence while for someone else this type of pain is experienced on a daily basis. In addition to differences in frequency, there are varying durations, causes, and even levels of intensity. No matter the situation, finding viable headache cures is a […]
Are you still in pain? Have you been diagnosed with chronic pain of any kind? Have you ever been prescribed opioids for your pain? If you answered yes to any of these, then you are a victim of the biggest medical lie that keeps you in pain! Why Is This A Lie? Because the medical […]