Not all OTC pain relievers work the same way. Learn the differences between common ingredients, how they work, and what to consider when choosing pain relief.
What gives people with chronic pain hope? Hear directly from people with pain about the support, purpose, progress, and everyday moments that keep them moving forward.
Cindy Steinberg examines eight ways better pain policy can strengthen research, expand access to care, address inequities, and center lived experience.
City & State: Madison, WI Age: 28 years old Pain warrior role: Advocate and ambassador since 2017 What type of health conditions do you live with: Daily cluster headaches, post-infection chronic mega-migraine disorder, and fibromyalgia What is...
July’s mindfulness meditation webinar began with a quote from a Buddhist monk: “When we get too caught up in the busyness of the world, we lose connection with one another--and ourselves.” Webinar host Gwenn Herman, LCSW, DCSW, Clinical Director of...
The rising costs of prescription medications is one of the most pressing issues in health care today. This spring, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a 44-page plan to tackle the issue, called “American Patients First.” U.S....
In the midst of a spate of laws restricting access to care and medication for chronic pain patients, several states are quietly trying to ensure that patients can access alternative or complementary treatment options. “We know that many people with...
While summer may seem like a chance for taking a break from advocacy, it’s actually the perfect time to schedule in-district meetings with representatives and senators and educate them on issues related to chronic pain. “The schedules of elected...
Nicole Hemmenway was appointed Interim CEO of U.S. Pain earlier this spring. Below, she answers some insight into her pain journey and her vision for the organization going forward. 1) When were you diagnosed with chronic pain? I’ve lived with...
