Manuela Ferreira – The Conversation

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August 14, 2024

No, your aches and pains don’t get worse in the cold. So why do we think they do?

Manuela Ferreira, George Institute for Global Health and Leticia Deveza, University of Sydney

It’s a common idea, but a myth. Here’s what we think is really going on.

Worldwide, close to twice as many women as men report low back pain. RealPeopleGroup/E+ via Getty Images

July 28, 2023

Millions across the world live with low back pain, but addressing major risk factors like smoking, obesity and workplace ergonomics could curb the trend, research shows

Jaimie Steinmetz, University of Washington and Manuela Ferreira, University of Sydney

The prevalence of low back pain continues to surge worldwide, but many treatments currently available offer little to no relief.

Common over-the-counter drugs such as paracetamol and ibuprofen offer little proven relief for back pain. from shutterstock.com

February 6, 2017

Ouch! The drugs don’t work for back pain, but here’s what does

Gustavo Machado, George Institute for Global Health and Manuela Ferreira, George Institute for Global Health

Although common, back pain has many causes, and a quick drug fix is not the answer. But there are things you can do to get back on track.

Low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability in the world. Kendra/Flickr

April 1, 2015

Using paracetamol for low back pain does more harm than good

Manuela Ferreira, George Institute for Global Health

People seeing a doctor for low back pain are often told to take paracetamol. But a study published today shows the drug is ineffective for the condition and its prolonged use has harmful side effects.

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