A Texas jury has ruled against Merck to the tune of $253.4 million for the wrongful death of a Vioxx user. This will be the beginning of a very litigious period for the New Jersey pharmaceutical giant.
Eight Tips for Managing Pain
Perhaps the hardest part of having arthritis or a related condition is the pain that usually accompanies it. Managing and understanding that pain, and the impact it has on ones life, is a big issue with most arthritis sufferers. The first step in managing arthritis pain is knowing which type of arthritis or condition you have, because that will help determine your treatment. Before learning different management techniques, however, it’s important to understand some concepts about pain.