Pain Management

Whether it happens every day or not, pain can make it hard to get through the day. Learn about how to manage pain.

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7 Signs that You Have a Pulled Muscle in Your Neck

A pulled muscle in your neck can range from uncomfortable to really painful. Thankfully, it's relatively easy to treat—and rarely serious.

Parents: Here’s What You Need to Know About Scheuermann’s Kyphosis

Rounded shoulders aren't always a sign of bad posture; in some children, this can be a symptom of...


Got Buttock Pain? Try These 3 Piriformis Stretches for Relief

Relieve buttock pain and stretch the piriformis muscle with these simple but effective piriformis stretches.


3 Best IT Band Stretches to Help Relieve Tightness in Your Leg and Knee

Ease tension, relieve tightness, and lessen knee pain by adding these iliotibial band, or IT band, stretches to your...


Got a Stiff Neck? Here Are 10 Home Remedies for Neck Pain

From stretches to workplace ergonomics to electrical stimulation (yep), these self-care tips should help you find sweet relief.

Should You Try a Back Brace for Lower Back Pain?

Lifestyle changes often help alleviate lower back pain, but can a back brace stop the discomfort and aches? Here's...


6 Reasons You Might Have Latissimus Dorsi Pain

Find out why this wide muscle, located in your back, may ache. Here's how to recognize the symptoms of...


8 Causes of Knee Pain When Squatting

There are a lot of reasons you may feel knee pain while squatting. Here are some likely culprits, plus...


3 Best Stretches for Sciatica Pain Relief

Sciatica can be brought on by several causes. Ease the shooting pain and get active with these simple yet...


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Can Toe Separators Really Help Foot Pain?

Toe spacers stretch and separate your toes, promising to give relief from toe and foot pain. Here's a look...


Should You Use Ice or Heat for Back Pain? What Experts Say

Should you use ice or heat for lower back pain? Our experts weigh in, including the best ways to...


Can Constipation Really Cause Lower Back Pain?

Constipation can cause back pain, and if you already have low back pain, blocked up bowels can...


What to Know About Radicular Pain, a Common Type of Back Pain

Radicular pain, a nerve issue of the spine, is surprisingly common. Good news: This type of pain usually can...

16 Ways to Get Rid of Lower Back Pain for Good

Got low back pain? Try these expert-approved treatments, from NSAIDs to physical therapy, to get rid of your...


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What Causes Thumb Pain? 7 Reasons Your Thumb May Hurt

If you have thumb pain it can make everyday tasks difficult. Here are some causes and symptoms of thumb pain,...


What Causes Lower Back and Hip Pain?

Lower back and hip pain can occur together due to various causes, from arthritis to pinched...


What to Do When Walking Causes Lower Back Pain

There are many reasons you may have lower back pain while walking, including these seven conditions.  Here's how to...


My Severe Back Pain Turned Out to Be Due to a Hip Misalignment

A woman's year-long struggle with severe back pain led to an unexpected diagnosis—a hip misalignment.


Why You Can Get Lower Back Pain When Running

Simple tweaks to how, where, and when you run can make a big difference in preventing and treating lower...


A Guide to Back Pain Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Whether it's a slight twinge or major agony, back pain is a common and frustrating problem. Here's how to...


How to Get Rid of Sciatica Pain: Solutions from Back Experts

Sciatica is a pain in the butt—and legs, and even your feet. Here's what causes the nerve-related condition, plus how...


What Causes Pain Between the Shoulder Blades? Expert Doctors Explain

Here's why you may feel pain between your shoulder blades—and how to find relief from the discomfort.

This Is Your Funny Bone—and Why Hitting It Hurts So Much

Hitting your funny bone is no laughing matter. Here's why it's called a funny bone, why hurts so bad—and when...


I Healed My Debilitating Back Pain by Tapping Into My Emotions

When her herniated disc didn’t respond to standard treatments, one woman learned the...


How Pain Management Specialists Can Help You Treat Chronic Pain

Here's what causes chronic pain and how pain specialists use medications and treatments to help manage symptoms.


5 Stretches for Upper Back Pain

Do these simple expert-approved stretches for upper back pain to help alleviate pent-up tension and increase mobility.


8 Causes of Calf Pain

Calf pain can come from a range of different causes. Here's what to know so you can prevent it, spot...


What Causes Lower Back Pain in Women?

Low back pain strikes both genders equally, but there are causes that specifically affect women, ranging from pregnancy to...