Steven A. King, MD, MS

June 30, 2022

A new review summarized the current evidence about diagnosis and treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis. What are the key takeaways for primary care?

May 20, 2022

Dyspareunia significantly impacts quality of life for the women it affects but they may not talk about it. Answer these 10 questions about the condition and you'll be ready to ask.

April 14, 2022

A cross-sectional study found that US adults with chronic pain use a variety of pain management techniques, including opioid and nondrug therapies. Key results in this 10-question quiz.

March 08, 2022

Lifetime use of opioids for migraine was found to be higher than for triptan medications. Try these 10 questions on other OVERCOME findings.

February 10, 2022

Is virtual reality a viable option for chronic pain management? A new scoping review suggests it has potential. Here, key findings for primary care.

January 24, 2022

The American Academy of Neurology recently issued a guideline on oral and topical treatments for painful diabetic neuropathy. Here, a concise summary for clinicians.

January 05, 2022

Platelet-rich plasma, in theory, seems like a logical and potentially beneficial treatment for osteoarthritis. Our pain expert reviews 2 recent studies that are telling.

November 10, 2021

In the first review of its kind, authors found encouraging evidence supporting the use of hypnosis for chronic neuropathic pain treatment. Find key results in our new slideshow.

October 19, 2021

The impact on sexual function of chronic pain conditions has received little research inquiry and requires much more focused clinical attention.

September 29, 2021

Complex regional pain syndrome is often a medical challenge. Try this in-depth quiz on the etiology, the differential diagnosis, and most effective therapies.