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Health: The Pulse - 16 October 2008
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes pain and weakness in the hand that can lead to permanent damage, but a quick test may help diagnose the condition earlier.
Health Minutes - 06 October 2008
A US study shows that most people who have tears of the meniscus cartilage in their knee don't have symptoms - and so don't need treatment.
Health Minutes - 20 February 2008
A British trial comparing oral with topical NSAIDs has found that the creams and gels are relatively safe and effective compared to tablets.
Health: The Pulse - 11 October 2007
Beach season is around the corner, but beware of the stings, bites and stabbings below the waves. An expert offers some first aid tips.
Health Minutes - 28 August 2007
One in three people with daily headaches may have so-called medication overuse headaches - which are due to the very pain relievers they take to kill the pain.
Health Minutes - 25 July 2007
After an episode of back pain, exercise and a return to regular activities will help considerably.
Health Minutes - 20 June 2007
Copper has a critical role in energy production and is important in brain development. We need around 2mg per day and there are suspicions that the elderly are at risk of copper deficiency because of an inadequate diet.
Health Minutes - 07 June 2007
A trial of people with back pain and sciatica failed to find much difference in outcomes for surgical versus non surgical treatments.
Health Minutes - 01 May 2007
A study has found that stretching the plantar fascia is the best treatment for the painful condition of the heel called plantar fasciitis.
Health Minutes - 20 March 2007
A trial of people with back pain and sciatica failed to find much difference in outcomes for surgical versus non surgical treatments.
Health: The Pulse - 18 January 2007
It's back to work again, but it doesn't have to be all bad. Here are some things you - and your boss - can do to make your working year healthier and happier.
Health Minutes - 12 December 2006
Acupuncture will help reduce tension headaches, according to a recent study - it's no better than pretend acupuncture but better than doing nothing at all.
Health Minutes - 21 November 2006
A study has found that stretching the plantar fascia is the best treatment for the painful condition of the heel called plantar fasciitis.
Health Minutes - 07 November 2006
Several complications of tongue piercing have been described, from tetanus to brain abscesses. Now add to that severe facial pain called trigeminal neuralgia.
Health Minutes - 24 October 2006
One in three people with daily headaches may have so-called medication overuse headaches - which are due to the very pain relievers they take to kill the pain.
Health Minutes - 25 September 2006
One in three people with daily headaches may have so-called medication overuse headaches - which are due to the very pain relievers they take to kill the pain.
Health Minutes - 27 June 2006
Copper has a critical role in energy production and is important in brain development. We need around 2mg per day and there are suspicions that the elderly are at risk of copper deficiency because of an inadequate diet.
Health Minutes - 14 March 2006
Acupuncture will help reduce tension headaches, according to a recent study - it's no better than pretend acupuncture but better than doing nothing at all.
Health Minutes - 07 February 2006
One in three people with daily headaches may have so-called medication overuse headaches - which are due to the very pain relievers they take to kill the pain.
Health Minutes - 05 October 2005
Copper has a critical role in energy production and is important in brain development. We need around 2mg per day and there are suspicions that the elderly are at risk of copper deficiency because of an inadequate diet.
Health Minutes - 11 July 2005
Researchers in the United States asked a group of about 200 young people what they thought of body piercing. Most weren't good at identifying safe places to have it done.
Health Minutes - 30 November 2004
Research shows that anti-inflammatory drugs - NSAIDs - are only marginally better than a placebo for people with painful knees due to osteoarthritis.
Health Minutes - 23 September 2004
You should be careful what painkillers you take for fractures, sprains or ruptured tendons, because some of the common medications may slow healing. The painkillers that are implicated are called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and include ibuprofen and naproxen.
Health Minutes - 09 March 2004
Recurrent tummy pain is common in children. Some doctors call it abdominal migraine, although it's not one condition. All sorts of things are tried but no-one's been too sure what works, and that's not helped by too little research.
Health Minutes - 09 March 2004
Some people experience recurrent neck pain - what's called a chronic pain syndrome, which means long standing pain for no obvious reason. A comprehensive rehabilitation programme can significantly reduce pain and disability.
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