Pain Management and Chronic Pain - Prevention

Fibromyalgia or Rheumatoid Arthritis? The Differences You Should Know

Five factors that separate fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis.

Battling Chronic Lupus Complications

How to reduce the risk of four common lupus complications—miscarriage, kidney failure, infections, and heart disease.

Migraines and Heart Problems: What's the Link?

Migraines may be linked to an elevated risk of heart attack and stroke.

Do Herniated Discs Always Cause Pain?

Seventy percent of the population have herniated discs and have no pain.

Causes of Inguinal Hernias: An Overview

Find out what causes inguinal hernias—the most common type of hernia—and how to prevent them.

What Causes Lupus?

Here, an overview of the causes of lupus, an autoimmune condition characterized by pain, fatigue, photosensitivity and skin rashes.

7 Ways to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Here, lifestyle and workplace strategies that prevent carpal tunnel syndrome.

Don’t Let Chronic Pain Ruin Your Sex Life

Chronic pain and sex are not good bedfellows. Learn ways to reduce the impact that pain can have on your sex life and relationship.

Common Fibromyalgia Misdiagnoses

Other illnesses have similar symptoms to fibromyalgia, which can lead to misdiagnosis and treatment. Learn how to tell the difference.

Do Redheads Feel Pain More?

Research finds that redheads are less sensitive to some pain relievers, such as anesthesia used in dental procedures.

Coping with Common Lupus Symptoms

Three of the most common lupus symptoms are skin rashes, joint pain and stiffness and muscle pain. Learn about effective ways to cope with them.

Fibromyalgia: Foods that Help, Foods that Hurt

Certain foods can improve fibromyalgia symptoms, while some can make them worse. Learn how to alter your diet to improve your symptoms.

A Triple Threat: Lupus, Heart Disease, and Osteoporosis

Lupus affects more women than men, but it also worsens two of the most common health problems women have — heart disease and osteoporosis.

Pinched Nerve Treatment and Relief

How to relieve and treat a pinched nerve.

How to Avoid Common Gym Injuries

Common sense advice on how to avoid common gym injuries and prevent chronic pain in the future.

Pregnancy and Neonatal Lupus

A look at pregnancy and neonatal lupus. Get information and tips on how to have a healthier pregnancy.

Vitamin D for Fibromyalgia Pain

Research suggests that vitamin D may play a role in fibromyalgia pain and other chronic pain conditions.

Could You Have Fibromyalgia?

Although no specific test can definitively confirm the condition's presence, certain criteria can help physicians make a proper diagnosis.

15 Ways to Prevent Back Pain

Although back pain is common, it doesn't have to be inevitable. Follow these easy tips to reduce your risk.

Understanding Migraines

Millions of Americans are affected by migraines. Here, a look at this common neurological disease, from symptoms to treatment.

Assistive Devices for Arthritis

Make life easier despite your arthritis.

Pet Food Dangers

You love your pet. So why would you feet it food that may be unfit for human consumption?

Pet Food Dangers

You love your pet. So why would you feet it food that may be unfit for human consumption?

Don’t Let an Aspirin Allergy Make You Sick

When most people have a fever or headache, they turn to aspirin or some other Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID) to relieve their pain.

Heartburn-Friendly Recipes

Some simple dietary changes can help ward off heartburn symptoms.

Hydrotherapy Help for Arthritis

The healing power of water is no secret. From the hot springs in ancient Greece to the cleansing power of the Ganges in India, water is widely recognized for its therapeutic properties. Many people with arthritis are discovering it’s true.

How to Lower Your Arthritis Risk

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, arthritis it is the most common cause of disability, affecting nearly 50 percent of all Americans at some point in their lives. Each year, millions of workers skip work or leisure activities to cope with the debilitating symptoms such as chronic pain, swelling and stiffness.

Surprisingly Safe Foods for Heartburn

These good eats get the thumbs-up for heartburn sufferers.

7 Things You Can Still Do With Arthritis

Don't let arthritis stop your active lifestyle.

3 Breakthrough Treatments for Arthritis

Here are three medical advances you should know about.

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