pain management

Survey links empathetic clinicians and higher patient pain management, satisfaction scores.

A new data analysis shows that even as the CDC issued warnings, surgeons handed out many times the number of...

In this inpatient program, patients are weaned off opioid medications while participating in a wide range of therapy and coping...

Expert says the healthcare system 'left an opening for industry, and they took the opening.'

As OxyContin addiction spurred a national nightmare, a member of the family that has reaped billions of dollars from the...

Such co-prescribing mandates are emerging as the latest tactic in a war against an epidemic that has claimed hundreds of...

In pediatric settings, care bundles for needle procedures such as lidocaine administration and comfort positioning can significantly reduce pain.

With high costs, risks of adverse events, and scant evidence of effectiveness, surgery for chronic pain is a prime example...

A nurse-driven project assessed how essential oils affected patients with nausea and vomiting.

Faced with skyrocketing drug overdoses, states are cracking down on opioid prescribing. Some patients with chronic pain say they are...

Federal officials to consider enhanced regulation and notifications from pharmaceutical companies, coupled with 'financial incentives' to ensure continued access to...

Two hospitals have demonstrably cut length of stay and improved survivorship among the most vulnerable of patients. Meanwhile, they've increased...