OVERVIEW Neuropathy is a term used to describe several conditions that affect the nerves and can cause irritating and painful symptoms. Neuropathy is a particularly common complication of diabetes and a side effect of chemotherapy. Conventional treatments are available to treat neuropathy. However, research is underway to investigate the use of supplements. You may find these supplements […]
Infrared therapy for chronic low back pain: A randomized, controlled trial
Abstract OBJECTIVE The objective of the present study was to assess the degree of pain relief obtained by applying infrared (IR) energy to the low back in patients with chronic, intractable low back pain. METHODS Forty patients with chronic low back pain of over six years’ duration were recruited from patients attending the Rothbart Pain […]
Diet and Nutrition For Patients With Pain—The Time Is Here
From Practical Pain Management Discussion about diet and nutritional recommendations for patients with pain has been glaringly absent from pain journals, meetings, and teachings. We dedicate this issue of Practical Pain Management to diet and nutrition because we believe it’s important and will significantly improve pain care. In this issue, I present a diet that I personally […]
Short sleep duration is associated with inadequate hydration: Cross-cultural evidence from US and Chinese adults.
Abstract STUDY OBJECTIVES: Short and long sleep duration are linked to reduced kidney function, but little research has examined how sleep is associated with hydration status. Our aim was to assess the relationship between sleep duration and urinary hydration biomarkers among adults in a cross-cultural context. METHODS: Three samples of adults aged 20y were analyzed: 2007-2008 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES; n=4,680), 2009-2012 […]
