pain

Migraine may permanently change brain structure

Posted in Medicine on 19th Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller

The study found that migraine raised the risk of brain lesions, white matter abnormalities and altered brain volume compared to people without the disorder.

New pain-relief drug shapes as less addictive alternative to morphine

Posted in Science on 31st Jan, 2016
by Alex Muller

Endomorphin could provide the pain-relieving benefits of morphine, but without the unwanted side effects,

Migraine-preventing drugs might be on the horizon

Posted in Medicine on 13th Jan, 2016
by Alex Muller

Soon there might be a medication that can reduce the chance of getting a migraine, or even stop it once its started.

Could Implantable LEDs Relieve Your Pain?

Posted in Medicine on 29th Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

A new biocompatible device will make it easier for researchers to determine the neurological basis of pain.

New Nerve Drugs May Finally Prevent Migraine Headaches

Posted in Science on 23rd Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

The cause of migraine headaches has eluded scientists for centuries. Now a theory blaming one nerve has led to drugs that prevent attacks.