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Chronic Pain

Read the latest Chronic Pain Articles from Next Avenue.

A colorful painting. Next Avenue

Painting Through the Pain

Three artists share how painting helps distract them from living with chronic pain
September 11, 2023
A man with a lower back ache. Next Avenue

5 Techniques to Relieve an Aching Lower Back

Soothing strategies and expert tips to alleviate pain and discomfort
July 24, 2023
A woman doing core exercises in a pilates studio. Next Avenue, what does a physiatrist do for back pain

Should You See a Physiatrist for Your Back Pain?

While many people visit their primary care physician if they have back pain, seeing a physiatrist is also an option
November 11, 2022
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An older woman sitting up in bed and holding her back in pain from Fibromyalgia. Next Avenue,what is Fibromyalgia, symptoms

Fibromyalgia: What You Need to Know

Fibromyalgia is not always easy to diagnose and can be confused with other conditions
March 25, 2022
An illustration of an older adult getting a massage. Next Avenue, aging, sore muscles, joints

Self-Care Tips for Managing Joint Aches and Pain

From top to bottom, here are strategies from experts and Next Avenue readers to reduce discomfort
February 7, 2022
An illustration of doctor's notes, Xrays, and medications. Next Avenue, planning orthopedic surgery

Tips for Planning Orthopedic Surgery

If your doctor is recommending orthopedic surgery, here's what Next Avenue readers suggest to plan ahead and improve your post-op recovery
February 7, 2022
Two older adults smiling and holding up a joint. Next Avenue, marijuana, weed, older adults, seniors

The ABCs of THC: Marijuana Use for Older Adults

More older Americans are trying cannabis to alleviate chronic conditions, so we'd like to clear up some of the confusion
December 3, 2021
A man touching his ear after hearing ringing in his ear or tinnitus. Next Avenue

Do You Hear Ringing in Your Ears?

Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, intrudes on our silence and affects our hearing. But there are new treatments on the horizon.
November 10, 2021
A person rubbing their foot. Next Avenue, foot pain

Take These Steps to Manage Foot Pain

Here are some non-surgical ways you can address foot discomfort
October 1, 2021
Christina Applegate on the red carpet at the SAG Awards. Next Avenue, MS, multiple sclerosis

Hollywood Stars Put the Spotlight on MS

Multiple sclerosis: what it is and isn’t, and the progress that's being made to treat it
September 15, 2021
An Xray of a human pelvis highlighting the sacroliliac joint. Next Avenue, lower back pain

Lower Back Pain? Maybe It's Not Your Back

The problem could be your sacroliliac joint (or S-I Joint). Here are nine steps to relief.
August 10, 2021
Woman massaging the back of her neck, how to manage chronic pain

How to Manage Chronic Pain

A guide to the treatments and strategies you might consider
January 13, 2021
Acupuncture needles

How Acupuncture Can Help With Pain During the Pandemic

Under new rules, Medicare now covers some acupuncture treatments
August 27, 2020
pill bottles opened, with pills spilling out onto the table

How I Became Hooked on Opioids and Eventually Got Off Them

A prescription for diabetic peripheral neuropathy started the journey
January 24, 2020
Chronic Pain

How Meditation Can Help With Chronic Pain

Experts say meditation can work as well as medications for some people
November 25, 2019
Marijuana Dispensary

How to Find a Trustworthy Medical Marijuana Dispensary

Three experts offer their advice on what to look for
June 27, 2019
Medicinal Marijuana

What Questions Do You Have About Medicinal Marijuana and Hemp?

CBD, THC? Could you use more information?
May 10, 2019
Cannabis Candies

How to Be Safe Consuming Cannabis Candies

For some, they're an easier way to obtain medicinal benefits
May 1, 2019
knee pain

What's Causing Your Knee Pain and Swelling?

The common — and uncommon — culprits, plus treatments to consider
August 8, 2018
Jaw Pain

7 Reasons Why You May Be Having Jaw Pain

Does your jaw ache? Does it click when you eat? Find out why and how to cure it.
June 7, 2018
Alternative Treatments

Alternative Treatments for Relief of Chronic Pain

Older adults may benefit from acupuncture, meditation and simple exercise
April 12, 2018
Opioid

Opioid Crisis Takes a Toll on Rural Older Adults

More community-based programs and services are needed
September 15, 2017
Money Problems

How Money Problems Can Lead to Physical Pain

6 ways to address financial issues in your life and reduce stress
August 18, 2017
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