Pain Management

 
FDA Approves First New Treatment for Fibromyalgia in Over 15 Years: Daily Dose
August 29, 2025

Your daily dose of the clinical news you may have missed.

New Fibromyalgia Treatment: FDA Approves Once-Daily Nonopioid Analgesic TNX-102 SL
August 15, 2025

The US FDA approved Tonmya, a groundbreaking treatment for fibromyalgia, offering hope to millions experiencing chronic pain and sleep issues.

Vertex VX-993 Misses Primary Endpoint in Mid-Stage Trial, Ending Investigation for Acute Pain
August 05, 2025

The NaV1.8 ion channel inhibitor was planned as a follow-up to the company's first nonopioid for acute pain, suzetrigine, approved by the FDA in January 2025.

FDA Mandates Major Changes to Opioid Labeling
August 04, 2025

The FDA requires all manufacturers of opioid pain medications to revise labeling to emphasize and explain risks with long-term use.

Treatment of Neuropathic Pain: A Close Look at a New Meta-Analysis
July 17, 2025

For the often treatment-resistant pain of neuropathic conditions, the meta-analysis includes updated evidence for both pharmacologic and neuromodulatory interventions.

Obesity and Chronic Pain: Monu Khanna, MD, on Breaking the Vicious Cycle
July 10, 2025

Dr Khanna breaks down the bidirectional relationship and explains why standard pain management often falls short for people with obesity.

Pain Management in Patients with Obesity: Clinician Insights on Balancing Pharmacological & Lifestyle Approaches
July 09, 2025

Monu Khanna, MD, discusses common medications, non-drug strategies, and holistic approaches to improve outcomes.

Monu Khanna, MD: Practical Pain Management Tips for Patients with Obesity
July 08, 2025

Dr Khanna discusses dosing challenges, metabolic issues, and potential complications from medications like acetaminophen.

8 Common Myths About Chronic Back Pain, Plus 8 Facts That Refute Them
July 01, 2025

Back pain is more common in the US than homeownership, but despite the prevalence, myths persist regarding origins, treatment, and prevention. Here are 8 of them.

IV Ibuprofen Cuts Postop Opioid Use by 23% in Older Adults, Study Finds
May 28, 2025

The opioid-sparing IVIB pain management strategy in adults aged 60 and older was effective in the immediate post-surgical period and associated with limited AEs.