Duke researchers study an approach that may help millions manage diabetic neuropathy and chemotherapy-induced nerve pain.

Nerve or neuropathic pain has long been a tricky condition to treat effectively. However, a new study has comprehensively evaluated current drug and non-drug therapies to provide up-to-date guidelines ...

Neuropathic pain -- abnormal hypersensitivity to stimuli -- is associated with impaired quality of life and is often poorly managed. Estimates suggest that 3 percent to 17 percent of adults suffer ...

Neuropathic pain in individuals with cancer remains a challenging clinical problem that requires advanced pharmacologic skills and a clear understanding of the molecular mechanisms that drive it. At ...

Researchers conducted systematic searches in Embase, PubMed, the International Clinical Trials Registry, and ClinicalTrials.gov. A total of 313 trials (284 pharmacologic and 29 neuromodulation studies ...

Depending on the cause, nerve pain can become chronic, but there are many mediation options that can help. Nerve pain, also known as neuropathic pain, can come in various forms, from stabbing and ...

Doctors define nociceptive pain as the discomfort you feel in response to damage to your tissues. Most pain you experience is nociceptive pain, and it commonly affects your muscles, joints, and bones.

Neuropathic ulcers are a common complication in people with nerve damage, particularly those with diabetes or spinal cord injuries. Neuropathic ulcers can be challenging to treat, leading to ...

Postsurgical nerve damage can occur for various reasons, including misdiagnosis, surgical error, and scar tissue formation. Common signs of postoperative nerve damage include tingling, numbness, ...

Some over-the-counter (OTC) topical creams, like lidocaine or capsaicin, may be helpful for nerve pain. Nerve pain is distinct from typical tissue pain. When you have tissue pain, like falling down or ...