New hopes for therapy of chronic fatigue

Study points to possible trigger of symptoms

21-Jul-2017 - Most people aren’t worn out by simple daily tasks requiring little exertion. But those with chronic fatigue syndrome might be exhausted by a walk across the room. A study by University of Florida Health researchers published recently in the Journal of Pain Research provides a possible explanation ...

Acupuncture's molecular effects pinned down

New insights spur effort to boost treatment's impact significantly

01-Jun-2010 - In a paper published in Nature Neuroscience, a team at the University of Rochester Medical Center identifies the molecule adenosine as a central player in parlaying some of the effects of acupuncture in the body. Building on that knowledge, scientists were able to triple the beneficial effects of ...

NLS-101 Phase II clinical trial starts

27-Nov-2007 - NeuroDiscovery Ltd announced that it has commenced the Phase II clinical trial for NSL-101 for periodontitis. The study is a 50 patient, double-blind, randomized, controlled evaluation of the analgesic efficacy, anti-inflammatory activity and safety of NSL-101 gel compared with the standard ...

Chili Pepper ingredient facilitates - new pain management method

08-Oct-2007 - Imagine an epidural or a shot of Novocain that doesn't paralyze your legs or make you numb, yet totally blocks your pain. This type of pain management is now within reach. As a result, childbirth, surgery and trips to the dentist might be less traumatic in the future, thanks to researchers at ...