Severe Injuries From ATV Accidents on the Rise
Studies found more amputations, spinal injuries among kids who ride them
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Chronic Back Pain Soothed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Setting your mind straight can help you deal with physical pain, researchers say
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Fitness a Factor in Snow Shoveling Injuries
Some people just aren't in good enough shape to do it themselves, expert warns
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Smokers More Prone to Long-Term Prescription Painkiller Use
Opioid abuse is a risk for patients with back pain, researchers say
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Stem Cells Become Functioning Neurons in Mice
Finding moves research closer to helping people with spinal injuries, experts say
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Stabilizing Spine May Be Waste of Time in Gun, Knife Victims
Doubled chance of death in those not brought directly to trauma center, study finds
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Younger Hunters Prey to Treestand Injuries
Safety campaigns could help prevent serious accidents, expert says
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Nerve Stimulation Device Doesn't Ease Most Back Pain
Review finds little evidence of relief with technology called TENS
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New Hope for Brain, Spinal Cord Injuries
Deletion of key gene could help nerve fibers regenerate, researchers say
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Pack Right for the Holidays to Avoid the ER
Luggage that's too big or too heavy can lead to strains or worse
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Takes a Pro to Make Offices Pain-Free
Ergonomist's adjustments to desks, chairs reduce eyestrain, poor posture, study finds
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A Drug to Cure Spinal Cord Injuries?
That idea is not so far-fetched, say scientists who now have possible targets for therapy
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More MRI Machines May Mean More Back Surgeries
But many of these procedures will not help patients, researchers warn
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Autumn Chores Often Hazardous
Take precautions to avoid falls, strains and sprains, experts say
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Bad Economy Really Hurts Some Folks
Many Americans blame acute aches and pains on the recession, survey finds
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