The Fibromyalgia Library Research Packet consists of approximately 259 pages of scanned material located within the WRF Health Library on the topic.

Endometriosis is a painful condition in women where tissue that is similar to uterine tissue lives outside the uterus around other pelvic organs. Learning the cause can open up many options for therapy.

If you struggle with period problems, you are not alone. Whether you dread the discomfort of menstrual cramps, can’t manage the mood swings of PMS, or struggle with erratic and irregular cycles, this guide is for you.

In this video Dr. Mandy LaGreca discusses the role of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) for managing bladder pain for patients suffering from IC and Bladder Pain Syndrome.

Philanthropist and medical publisher Dr. Robert L. Bard helped to spearhead the formation of a brand new network dedicated to a grouping of pain and injury care professionals called IPHA - the Integrative Pain Healers Alliance. It is a private self-funded professional community assembling a synergistic collective of clinical specialists, therapeutic technologists, diagnosticians, innovators, public educators, advocates and patient resources dedicated to supporting physiological care. Learn about their PEMF research.

Peripheral neuropathy is a problem for many people. The good news is that this condition is now seeing the light – and responding. The light is monochromatic low-level near-infrared light. Here’s what we’re finding out about this groundbreaking treatment.

Current chronic pain affects 20-33% of the American adult population (~50+ million adults). One innovative non-pharmacological mind-body approach, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), is an evidence-based brief intervention for anxiety, depression, phobias, and post-traumatic stress disorder and shows efficacy for pain relief.

Platelet-rich plasma, prolotherapy, tissue repair (healing old injuries) and an anti-inflammatory diet can be the answer to chronic pain. Learn the Blatman Method – Five Rules of Pain CSI^®.

Painkillers like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and in increasing numbers, opioids, have become our go-to solutions for pain management with significant costs – addiction, abuse, overdose, and death – and without the promised benefits. Thankfully, there are many alternatives to prescription painkillers, many of which are much safer and gentler on your body.

Research shows that foods and drinks that reduce inflammation can reduce chronic pain and improve your mood. Even small changes, such as switching to whole grains and eating more fish and less red meat, can make a difference in your health. Here are some suggestions for simple nutritional changes that can help you start feeling better.

Magnesium is one of the most abundant minerals in the human body and is used in over 300 different physiological processes. Unfortunately, magnesium is also one of the most pervasive deficiencies in our society today. Could the lack of magnesium be influencing your health negatively? This article breaks down the signs of a magnesium deficiency and the best ways to get more in your diet.

We are creatures that evolved to live in light. These days we spent about 90% of our time indoors and as a result have significantly reduced the amount of exposure we get to various light wavelengths. Also called photobiomodulation, red light therapy provides just the right wavelengths our body uses for rejuvenating processes.

Natural health expert and Mercola.com founder Dr. Joseph Mercola interviews expert James Carroll on the benefits of photobiomodulation, and what the research says about this form of therapy.

Justine Iannello Haynes, producer of Happy Health videos, describes the benefits she finds from using DMSO for non-toxic pain relief and safe, effective healing.

Onnetsu is a Japanese therapeutic system that uses heat to diagnose and cure. It is the brainchild of Mrs. Tomeko Mitsui, a Japanese schoolteacher who, at retirement, enrolled in an institute to study Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Onnetsu Therapy is simply the application of heat following the theory that heat heals.

Are you seeing the signs of aging as you look in the mirror? Platelet rich plasma (PRP) and medical ozone therapy can be a great addition to your healthcare routine.

Polypharmacy is a serious and increasingly common problem that makes patients sitting ducks for adverse side effects and dangerous drug interactions, raises risk of hospitalization and death, and drives up health care costs.

Turmeric does more than give curry its bright color. This herb has been a revered remedy in Ayurvedic medicine for millennia, and in the past 15 years, nearly 6,500 scientific papers have been published on the therapeutic properties of turmeric and curcumin, its most active constituent. It turns out that curcumin is an exceptionally potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant with benefits for a wide variety of health concerns including Alzheimer's, cancer, digestive disorders, and pain relief.

Stem cell therapy is the most promising and versatile treatment in medicine today. These unique cells have the ability to differentiate, or change into several cell types and help regenerate and repair diseased or damaged areas of the body. New technologies, which make it possible to use patients’ own stem cells, eliminate all ethical and safety concerns and have opened the door to widespread use.

Most medications for pain and inflammation can be avoided by simply eating superfoods, herbs, exercising and developing a positive mindset on a daily basis.

Ankle injuries, typically ankle inversion injuries, are the most common orthopedic condition treated in clinical practice. Among military personnel, these injuries result in significant lost duty time and impact military readiness. In addition, these injuries may lead to prolonged ankle pain, chronic ankle laxity, and potential re-injury. In the battlefield, they may be a detriment to survival. Research has demonstrated the efficacy of electronic devices in reducing edema and pain of sprained ankles.

Robert Rowen, M.D., reports on his trip to India and treatment of patients with an injection of medical ozone resulting in fast and often permanent pain relief of long-standing, difficult-to-treat cases.

Robert Rowen, M.D., editor of "Second Opinion," reports on his use of Prolozone in prolotherapy resulting in fast and often permanent pain relief of long-standing, difficult-to-treat cases.

Chronic pain is one of the top – if not the top – complaints that most doctors hear about from patients. The good news is that the complementary medical community has a plethora of safe and natural therapies that work to alleviate pain. Dr. Susan Lark shares these with our readers.

Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) uses microamperage current and the resonance effects of frequencies on tissues and conditions to create beneficial changes to symptoms and health.