{"id":5367,"date":"2025-07-16T05:16:38","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T05:16:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scientificworld.org\/?p=5367"},"modified":"2025-07-16T05:27:38","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T05:27:38","slug":"micronutrient-deficiencies-linked-to-chronic-pain-in-groundbreaking-study","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scientificworld.org\/?p=5367","title":{"rendered":"Micronutrient Deficiencies Linked to Chronic Pain in Groundbreaking Study"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A new study led by researchers at the University of Arizona Health Sciences has uncovered a significant association between micronutrient deficiencies and chronic pain. Published in&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1111\/papr.70053\"><em>Pain Practice<\/em>,<\/a> the research is the first large-scale investigation to examine the role of vitamins and minerals in chronic pain using a precision medicine approach. The findings could pave the way for personalized dietary strategies to manage pain more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The study focused on five key micronutrients-vitamins D, B12, and C, folate, and magnesium-comparing their levels in individuals without pain, those with mild-to-moderate chronic pain, and those with severe chronic pain. The results revealed that severe deficiencies in vitamin D, B12, folate, and magnesium were more common in people experiencing severe chronic pain. Conversely, lower levels of these nutrients were also linked to a higher incidence of pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One unexpected finding was that Asian females with severe chronic pain had higher-than-expected vitamin B12 levels, contrary to trends observed in other demographic groups. For vitamin C, males with chronic pain were more likely to have low or borderline levels compared to those without pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The research utilized data from the National Institutes of Health\u2019s&nbsp;<em>All of Us<\/em>&nbsp;Research Database, with significant contributions from the University of Arizona-Banner Health program. The study highlights the importance of considering individual demographic factors when addressing chronic pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Julie Pilitsis, the study\u2019s senior author, emphasized the holistic approach:&nbsp;<em>\u201cThis study is a novel way to approach chronic pain treatment, where you look at the patient systemically to identify easily modifiable factors like diet.\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;Co-author Deborah Morris added,&nbsp;<em>\u201cOur goal is to improve quality of life and reduce opioid usage by integrating these findings into pain management strategies.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With nearly 25% of U.S. adults affected by chronic pain, this study offers promising insights into non-pharmacological interventions. The researchers hope their work will inspire further exploration of nutritional therapies as part of a comprehensive pain management plan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A new study led by researchers at the University of Arizona Health Sciences has uncovered a significant association between micronutrient deficiencies and chronic pain. Published in&nbsp;Pain Practice, the research is the first large-scale investigation to examine the role of vitamins and minerals in chronic pain using a precision medicine approach. 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