Kelly Rehan
Medical Writer
SpineUniverse
Wheaton, IL

About Kelly Rehan

Kelly came to SpineUniverse from the candy industry, where she had the pleasure of writing about America's best chocolate. When she wasn't eating candy, she learned how to take technical subjects and write about them in a way that just about anyone could understand. Kelly applies that same principle when writing about the spine. Only this time around, there's far less sugar involved.

In her free time, Kelly enjoys reading, traveling, and running.

Articles Written by Kelly Rehan

Neuropathic Drugs and Medications

Neuropathic pain is characterized by chronic burning, tingling, and numbness. Neuropathic pain is a special and complex type of pain in how it's treated. This article explores the medication options for neuropathic pain.

Medications Glossary

This article includes terms and definitions that will help you better understand the drugs and medications used for back and neck pain.

Medications for Back Pain and Neck Pain

Drugs and medications are among the most common non-surgical treatments for back and neck pain. This article includes examples and important information regarding over-the-counter and prescription medications for both acute and chronic back pain.

Fibromyalgia Symptoms

Clear list of the most common fibromyalgia symptoms. They include: widespread pain, fatigue, and disturbed sleep. Reviewed by a pain management specialist

Exercise Reduces Pain Perceptions in Fibromyalgia Patients

You may not want to exercise when you have fibromyalgia, but it may help reduce your pain. Review of a study on how exercise can relieve fibromyalgia pain.

2010 American College of Rheumatology Fibromyalgia Diagnostic Criteria

Learn about a new way of diagnosing fibromyalgia here. Researchers found that using a widespread pain index and a measurement of the number and severity of symptoms leads to a more accurate diagnosis than the commonly used tender point exam.

Fibromyalgia Pain Relief: Is It All in Your Lungs?

A 2010 study found that breathing rate had an impact on pain and emotion for some patients with fibromyalgia. Will this help you?

Savella Gets Good Marks for Treating Fibromyalgia

Milnacipran (Savella) effectively reduces the pain of fibromyalgia, according to 2010 research. Article reviews its use in fibromyalgia treatment.

Fibromyalgia Treatments

List of all fibromyalgia treatments to try to find pain (and other fibro symptoms) relief. Includes links to doctor-reviewed and approved articles on specific fibromyalgia treatments.

Who Treats Fibromyalgia?

List of which doctors are most likely to provide the best treatment for fibromyalgia: which kind of doctor should you see?

Alternative Treatments for Fibromyalgia

Thinking about trying alternative treatments for fibromyalgia relief? Learn which alternative treatments may work for you.

Exercise and Fibromyalgia

Exercise is an essential part of fibromyalgia treatment. Here's how to develop an exercise program that's effective at managing your symptoms.

Rest to Relieve Fibromyalgia Pain

Sleep can be elusive when you have fibromyalgia: get 7 tips on getting a better night's sleep with fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia Medications

The FDA has approved three medications to treat fibromyalgia, but they are not your only options. Learn more in this article.

Cannabis-based Drug Improves Sleep in Fibromyalgia Patients

Sleep disorders are common with fibromyalgia. Study finds that a cannabis-based drug helps achieve a better night's sleep than anti-depressants.

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