/tags/pain-management Pain Management en-US Copyright ÂÜÀòÉÙÅ®/Community Radio for Northern Colorado 2020 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 12:01:00 GMT /npr-news/2019-12-15/researchers-explore-a-drug-free-idea-to-relieve-chronic-pain-green-light Researchers are looking into a surprisingly simple technique that shows promise in easing certain kinds of chronic pain, including migraine headaches. Sun, 15 Dec 2019 12:01:00 GMT /npr-news/2019-12-15/researchers-explore-a-drug-free-idea-to-relieve-chronic-pain-green-light Will Stone /npr-news/2019-09-23/in-tiny-doses-an-addiction-medication-moonlights-as-a-treatment-for-chronic-pain Naltrexone, commonly used for opioid and alcohol use disorders, may also help patients with chronic pain — when prescribed in microdoses. But few doctors or patients seem to know about it. Mon, 23 Sep 2019 20:02:00 GMT /npr-news/2019-09-23/in-tiny-doses-an-addiction-medication-moonlights-as-a-treatment-for-chronic-pain Alex Smith /npr-news/2019-09-11/how-to-teach-future-doctors-about-pain-in-the-midst-of-the-opioid-crisis Around 20% of U.S. adults live with chronic pain. Medical schools traditionally haven't dedicated much time to teaching about pain and pain control, but one top school now has a mandatory course. Wed, 11 Sep 2019 09:02:00 GMT /npr-news/2019-09-11/how-to-teach-future-doctors-about-pain-in-the-midst-of-the-opioid-crisis Nell Greenfieldboyce /npr-news/2019-08-26/women-may-be-more-adept-than-men-at-discerning-pain Pain researchers say men and women respond differently to pain, and women may "feel more" pain than men. Understanding the differences in pain perception could lead to better treatments. Mon, 26 Aug 2019 09:06:00 GMT /npr-news/2019-08-26/women-may-be-more-adept-than-men-at-discerning-pain Patti Neighmond /npr-news/2019-08-19/got-pain-a-virtual-swim-with-dolphins-may-help-melt-it-away A recent study found virtual reality experiences were better at easing pain than watching televised nature scenes. Immersive distraction seems key to the success, scientists say. Mon, 19 Aug 2019 09:04:00 GMT /npr-news/2019-08-19/got-pain-a-virtual-swim-with-dolphins-may-help-melt-it-away Allison Aubrey /health/2019-08-02/new-law-allows-coloradans-to-use-medical-marijuana-instead-of-opioids-for-pain Colorado lawmakers passed several bills this year dealing with prevention and treatment of the state's opioid crisis. Senate Bill 13, which took effect on… Fri, 02 Aug 2019 11:00:00 GMT /health/2019-08-02/new-law-allows-coloradans-to-use-medical-marijuana-instead-of-opioids-for-pain Stephanie Daniel /npr-news/2017-11-08/investigating-pain-management-in-sports We want to hear from you. What do you want us to investigate about pain management in sports and opioid use? Tell us your questions. Wed, 08 Nov 2017 19:11:00 GMT /npr-news/2017-11-08/investigating-pain-management-in-sports Laura Roman