Capsaicin, the active ingredient in chili peppers, generally is viewed as an irritant that produces a burning sensation when applied to a sensitive area of the body, such as the cornea.
Paradoxically, the same compound is a natural pain reliever. Capsaicin creams are natural pain-relieving folk medicines, commonly found over the counter, and are effective for [...]

Medical acupuncture, is being used increasingly for pain control. Richard Niemtzow, MD, PhD, MPH, Editor-in-Chief of Medical Acupuncture, a peer-reviewed journal. Dr. Niemtzowi is at the forefront of these efforts in the military.
According to Dr. Niemtzow, a technique he developed has been so successful that the Air Force will begin teaching “Battlefield [...]

More than 30 years ago the United States began embracing the theory, clinical practice and research of ancient Asian medical practices including non-contact therapeutic touch (NCTT). Now, according to a study at the University of Missouri, researchers discovered that 73 percent of patients receiving NCTT experienced a significant reduction in pain, had fewer requests for [...]

Zen meditation – a centuries-old practice that can provide mental, physical and emotional balance – may reduce pain according to Université de Montréal researchers. A new study in Psychosomatic Medicine reports that Zen meditators have lower pain sensitivity both in and out of a meditative state compared to non-meditators.
Joshua A. Grant, a doctoral student in [...]

A new study of men and women in England, Scotland and Wales suggests that Low levels of vitamin D may contribute to chronic pain in women.  The study did not find a similar link for men.
The study had 6824 participants and is published in the journal Annals of Rheumatic Diseases.
Women with vitamin D levels in [...]

A new portable device zaps migraine pain.
A novel electronic device designed to “zap” away migraine pain before it starts may help help millions with migraine relief.  Researchers say that the experimental device is safe and effective in eliminating headaches when administered during the onset of the migraine.
Results of the study are to be presented at [...]