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Coping with chronic pain, depression, and high blood pressure

Chronic pain is linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure, which may be driven in part by depression, according to a 2026 study. Mind-body therapies and medications may help.

What is the connection between depression and migraine headaches?

Depression and migraines often travel together, with each able to worsen the other.

What could cause sudden leg weakness?

Legs that repeatedly give out after activity, then recover with rest, may point to more than low minerals and warrant prompt medical evaluation.

Hand pain from arthritis? This may help

The joint connecting the thumb and wrist is crucial in everyday activities like opening jars or grasping objects, but if osteoarthritis develops, treatment options are limited and don't always work well. A new study has demonstrated the effectiveness of occupational therapy for arthritis in this joint of the hand.

Do certain foods trigger migraines?

Wondering if sour cream, yogurt, nuts, peanut butter, or other foods are migraine triggers? Learn which foods are proven culprits and how to spot your triggers.

Could sharp rib pains be a sign of an asthma attack?

Stabbing rib pain and throat tightness can follow an asthma flare, but they may also hint at other conditions that deserve fast medical attention.

Migraines: Who's at risk?

In this video, learn what researchers are discovering about who gets migraines, exploring such factors as genetics, the role of hormones, and related conditions.

How to treat shoulder impingement

Shoulder impingement occurs when tendons or bursae are compressed, often causing pain when reaching overhead or behind you. It's linked to poor posture, weak rotator cuff muscles, and tight chest muscles. Strengthening, posture correction, and stretching usually relieve symptoms.

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