How a single gene reshapes pain perception through polyamine signaling
A breakthrough discovery reveals how the SLC45A4 gene fine-tunes polyamine transport in sensory neurons, reshaping our understanding of…
Victorian government urged to move on months-overdue women’s pain inquiry
Women who have spent years navigating the health system seeking care for extreme pain say they are frustrated…
FDA Seeks Schedule I Status for ‘Legal Morphine’
The FDA is recommending that 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a synthetic, concentrated substance derived from kratom leaves, be classified as…
Overuse injuries spark lasting pain and mood changes through inflammation, rat study finds
New research uncovers how repetitive strain injuries ignite an inflammatory storm, driving both pain and social withdrawal, offering…
Back ache? Arthritis? Studies hint that bees could take the sting out of chronic pain
Bees are beloved as pollinators and dreaded for their painful stings. But their venom is also hailed by…
Chronic pain sufferers find relief through UK-first
People living with chronic pain are being offered a pioneering new treatment involving virtual reality headsets, in what…