Spinal surgery diminishes low back pain, improves sexual function
Chronic low back pain can limit everyday activities, including sex. New research presented at the…
First evidence of neuroinflammation in brains of chronic pain patients
A new study from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators has found, for the first time,…
Data presented at NANS 2014 demonstrate long-term, low back pain relief with Spectra Spinal Cord Stimulator System
New retrospective data evaluating the Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) Precision Spectra™ Spinal Cord Stimulator…
Acupuncture back pain success determined by psychological factors
A study has shown that people receiving acupuncture for lower back pain will derive less…
Researchers identify modifiable triggers of acute low back pain
Modifiable factors such as awkward postures, fatigue and distraction can increase odds of acute episodes…
Twin study lends new insights into link between back pain and depression
Genetic factors help to explain the commonly found association between low back pain and depression,…
SLU scientist finds higher opioid doses associated with increase in depression
Scherrer hopes further studies will lead to improved pain managementPatients who increased doses of opioid…
Early imaging for back pain in older adults not associated with better outcomes
Older adults who had spine imaging within 6 weeks of a new primary care visit…
Minimally invasive spinal fusion: Less pain, faster recovery, smaller scar
A minimally invasive spinal fusion back surgery results in less blood loss, less postoperative pain,…
Low back pain and resting-state functional connection
The default mode network is a key area in the resting state, involving the posterior…