One of the most data-dense biospecimen repositories in the world is currently being developed at the University of Florida, which could transform the way chronic pain is studied and treated. UF ...

Most people reading this blog have felt pain throughout their life. It’s one of the most common human emotions. This pain can feel overwhelming and out of our control. Today, I want to explore how we ...

"On a scale of one to ten, how much does it hurt?" If you've suffered an injury or painful illness, you've probably heard this question. It is quick and to the point. In emergency rooms, physicians ...

Getting hurt is part of the human experience. No one gets through life without some emotional bruising. However, how people respond to that pain reveals a great deal about their emotional maturity.

Editor’s Note (1/31/25): The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the novel nonopioid medication suzetrigine for acute pain. That pain ranges from moderate to severe. The drug was tested in ...