Research Library
Translated medical research. We read the studies so you don’t have to — breaking down complex data into practical takeaways.
How Better Brain Scans Are Changing the Way Doctors Treat MS
New MRI techniques are revealing how multiple sclerosis damages the brain from within, challenging long-held beliefs about what drives this chronic neurological condition.
Berry Pills and Memory: Why Anthocyanins Didn't Help Healthy Older Adults
A 24-week clinical trial of anthocyanin supplements and high-anthocyanin diets showed no cognitive benefits in healthy older adults, suggesting these compounds may only help those with existing impairment.
Core Muscle Test Reveals Hidden Weakness Behind Chronic Back Pain Movement Problems
Researchers used a 6-item movement test to uncover connections between poor movement control and specific core muscle weakness in chronic back pain patients.
Young Adults with Chronic Pain See Nearly Double the Medical Providers
New research reveals the complex healthcare journey of young adults managing chronic overlapping pain conditions.
Three Exercise Types for Fibromyalgia: Which Works Best for Pain and Function?
New research directly compares aerobic exercise, resistance training, and mind-body practices to determine which approach offers the most relief for fibromyalgia symptoms.
Half of Chronic Pain Patients Don't Use Prescribed Health Apps—New Onboarding Study Reveals Why
Research reveals that up to half of chronic musculoskeletal pain patients fail to download or actively use prescribed digital health apps, prompting investigation into better onboarding strategies.
Botox Treatment May Help Chronic Migraine Patients Reduce Their Daily Medications
New research suggests onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) injections may allow chronic migraine patients to discontinue some of their preventive medications, potentially reducing medication burden.
New Research Finally Maps the Immune Trigger Behind Sjögren's Disease
Researchers created the first comprehensive molecular map of Sjögren's disease, revealing interferon signaling as a central driver and providing a new tool for drug discovery.
A Tiny Spine Ligament May Hold Key to Chronic Back Pain Mystery
Researchers propose that ossification of a small spinal ligament could explain why some chronic back pain cases resist standard treatments.
Nerve Function Tests Reveal Hidden Recovery in Chronic Back Pain Patients
Electrophysiological tests show significant nerve function improvements after rehabilitation, even when MRI scans don't capture the full picture of recovery.