Adults who can truthfully say they’ve never had back pain are in a small, select minority. One from which they may depart at any time from causes as varied as picking up a grandchild who weighs more ...

When sciatica strikes, it can feel like it comes out of nowhere. One day, life moves normally; the next, sharp, radiating ...

ROB: THERE’S A NEW OUTPATIENT TREATMENT FOR LOWER BACK PAIN. AND DOCTORS SAY THE TREATMENT LASTS. JULIE: IT’S FOR FOLKS WHO SUFFER WITH LOWER BACK PAIN FOR 6 MONTHS OR MORE AND THEY’VE TRIED PRETTY ...

Treatment for lower back and hip pain from arthritis typically begins with medications and physical therapy. When conservative treatments aren’t enough, surgery and certain complementary therapies may ...

If your back is talking to you, consider making your first stop a physical therapist or chiropractor who emphasizes hands-on ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Seven years ago, I woke up with a slight pain in my lower back. The pain was coming from my right hip, ...

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves inserting fine needles into specific pressure points on the body to stimulate healing. While the exact way acupuncture works is ...

April 19, 2006 — -- A new study suggests herbal remedies like devil's claw, white willowbark and cayenne plaster may be as good as standard pain medication in dealing with short-term back pain.

Low back pain is a common symptom after a car accident. You may not feel pain right away. Still, it’s important to see a doctor to check for serious injuries. Pain should resolve in a few weeks, but ...