pain

A wellness teacher who sustained a back injury during a year-long Buddhist retreat on a remote Scottish island took her own life due to the pain, according to an inquest. The inquest heard she could no longer live with the pain.

Plans for the world's first octopus 'megafarm' have been cancelled due to concerns that the 'sentient' animals can feel pain and emotions. The decision reflects ethical considerations regarding the treatment of these creatures.

Donna Davies experienced constant pain after an operation but felt her concerns were dismissed until her husband spoke up. She only felt believed when her husband intervened regarding her medical issues.

A Finnish study found that a common knee surgery did more harm than good, with many patients experiencing continued or worsened pain after a 10-year follow-up.

A new study warns that even mild cases of Covid can severely affect eyesight, causing symptoms such as dry eyes, pain, and difficulty reading.

Acupuncture appears effective for pain relief, but evidence for other uses remains inconclusive. The article highlights its potential benefits while noting that further research is needed for non-pain applications.

A new book challenges the widely accepted 10,000-steps-a-day exercise recommendation, arguing it is oversimplified. It proposes a tailored walking plan to achieve weight loss, reduce pain, and lower cancer risk, emphasizing scientific evidence over generic targets.