A 2026 Saudi tertiary-hospital study estimated that adults treated for fibromyalgia — chronic widespread pain with fatigue, sleep disruption, cognitive symptoms, and overlapping mood or medical problems — generated SAR 9,601.2 (USD 2,560.3) in annual direct medical costs per patient, with specialist visits and diagnostic procedures accounting for 96.3% of recorded spending.1 Research Highlights Annual …
A recent systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to update the understanding of the efficacy and safety of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) for treating fibromyalgia (FM), focusing on its effects on analgesia, antidepressant outcomes, and the reduction of FM’s impact. Highlights: Efficacy of tDCS: The analysis revealed that tDCS is effective in reducing pain intensity, …
One of the most frustrating experiences for any student going to school or working adult is experiencing “brain fog.” When brain fog hits, it’s almost as if our previously efficient brain has filled up with clouds or “fog” that prevents us from thinking clearly. Brain fog is typically characterized as an inability to focus, poor …