Teens with back pain may be more likely to miss school or work when they hold negative beliefs about their pain. Having a positive attitude has been shown to improve the outcome of back pain in adults, and a new study suggests that association may also be true in adolescence. As many as 14-26% of children suffer from low-back pain.
Read MoreCarrying extra weight worsens fibromyalgia symptoms. A new study linked severe obesity with an increase in fibromyalgia symptoms and decreased quality of life. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic evaluated 888 women with fibromyalgia (FM).
Read MoreSleep deprivation is as harmful as stress in wreaking havoc on your immune system, a new study suggests. Researchers observed that white blood cells "reacted immediately to the physical stress of sleep loss and directly mirrored the body's stress response." In the study, 15 young men followed a strict regimen of 8 hours a sleep a night, 15 minutes of daylight upon waking, and no caffeine or alcohol for a full week.
Read MoreAtkins-style diets may be good for losing weight fast but eating a low-carb, high-protein diet could be detrimental in the long-term. A new study from Sweeden found that women with a low-carb, high-protein diets had a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. In the study, 43,396 women aged 30-49 completed a questionnaire on their diet.
Read MoreMany people take pain medication to reduce muscle soreness after an intense workout but a new study suggests that practice could actually prolong the pain. Researchers tested the effects of celecoxib and ketoprofen on muscle soreness. After performing heavy physical activity, participants took one of the medications or a placebo drug for a week after the workout.
Read MoreSlow walking could be a sign of cognitive impairment. In a new study,older adults who walked slowly were nine times more likely to develop mild cognitive impairment than their more agile peers. The study from the journal Neurology included 93 adults aged 70 and older who lived independently.
Read MoreCoffee can provide a little more than your morning jolt of energy. A growing body of research suggests that drinking coffee could lower your risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Read MoreA drop in temperatures, a burst of rain and suddenly your body is aching. Patients with fibromyalgia frequently complain of worsening symptoms with changes in weather.
Read MoreA baby's cries can take more than milk or a diaper change to soothe. Persistent crying could be sign of infant headache.
Read MoreEasing your mind and muscles could ease chronic pain. A new study demonstrates that tai chi can significantly relieve fibromyalgia symptoms.
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