iRunFar3 months agoRunningInjury, the Great Complicator of RunningInjury adds complexity to running because it's painful, affects motivation, and causes fear. Rehab can noticeably improve injury symptoms and should be done regularly. [ more ]
Independent.ie3 months agoHealthMedicinal cannabis could benefit MS, diabetic or spinal injury patients, report findsLimited evidence to support prescribing medicinal cannabis for anxiety or pain Evidence supports use of cannabis for certain conditions like nausea and vomiting in cancer and spasticity in multiple sclerosis [ more ]
www.nytimes.com6 months agoHealthWhy Some Seniors Are Choosing Pot Over PillsSeniors are increasingly turning to cannabis for medicinal purposes, particularly for sleep, pain, and anxiety. The percentage of seniors in the US using cannabis has significantly increased in recent years. There is a lack of scientific research on the medicinal benefits and risks of cannabis for older adults. [ more ]
Tiny Buddha3 months agoCareerHow to Free Yourself from Pain from the Past - Tiny BuddhaPain is created by both present actions and past experiences Repeating cycles and dwelling on the past can perpetuate pain and suffering [ more ]
New York Post5 months agoWellnessWoman with painful fat deposit disorder gets 'life-changing' surgery, has 'newfound freedom'Lipedema is a common but often overlooked disease that causes abnormal fat accumulation in the lower body. Many women with lipedema experience debilitating pain and impaired mobility. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com5 months agoBooksWater by John Boyne review a cathartic journey of recoveryJohn Boyne is embarking on a quartet of interlinked novellas centered around the four elements: Water, Earth, Air, and Fire. Water, the first novella in the series, focuses on themes of baptism and cleansing but does not heavily explore the metaphor. Boyne's novella offers a propulsive and deftly dramatized story with a protagonist on a journey of pain and catharsis. [ more ]