August 13, 2012 (Basel, Switzerland) — Swiss researchers have published more details about what they say is a simple algorithm employing high-sensitivity (hs) cardiac troponin T that can safely rule ...

Opioids show variable efficacy for acute pain management across clinical settings and timepoints, with some increasing risk for adverse events.

The world’s largest review of opioid pain relievers prescribed for acute pain found these medicines provide only small, short-term relief for some acute conditions and are ineffective for some others.

The current retrospective chart review found a significant difference in pain management between non-Hispanic/Latino White patients and racial/ethnic minority patients and women. Non-Hispanic/Latino ...

Acute pain is sharp, sudden, and short-lived discomfort. It typically lasts only a brief time. Though it may not be serious, it could point to an underlying problem in some cases. Acute pain comes on ...

If youve ever twisted your ankle, accidentally cut yourself, or had a toothache, youve probably experienced acute pain a temporary sensation that usually comes on suddenly and can be intense. Often, ...