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Oct. 30, 2018
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Why knee joint injury leads to osteoarthritis

A new study now shows that articular cartilage degenerates specifically around injury areas when the fluid flow velocity becomes excessive.


Social media buffers depression among older adults with pain

With a few finger strokes or swipes on a computer or cell phone, seniors with pain reduce the risk of depression when visiting social media sites.


Cannabis pain relief without the 'high'

In the wake of cannabis legalization, a team of scientists have delivered encouraging news for chronic pain sufferers by pinpointing the effective dose of marijuana plant extract cannabidiol (CBD) for safe pain relief without the typical "high" or euphoria produced by the THC.
 
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Chiropractors get top marks for patient satisfaction

Chiropractors also had high marks among respondents' care experiences: The vast majority of neck and back pain patients who saw a chiropractor in the past year say their chiropractor listened to them (93%), provided convenient and quick access to care (93%), demonstrated care and compassion (91%), and explained things well (88%). » Read more...
 
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