Pain Management and Chronic Pain - Treatments

Side Effects of 3 of the Most Common Painkillers

Popular painkillers acetaminophen, ibuprofen and codeine may provide relief—but they can also cause serious side effects.

Neck Pain and Posture

You'd be surprised by the cause of your pain.

Fibromyalgia and Depression

Suffering from fibromyalgia? Learn more about the risks of depression and what you can do to protect yourself from this mood disorder.

Pain: Treat the Cause, Not the Symptom

Taking narcotic pain killers, epidural nerve blocks or cortisone shots do nothing to resolve the cause of pain. It is a feudal attempt to mask pain.

Treatment Options for Inguinal Hernia

Learn what causes an inguinal hernia and the best treatment options for this common health problem.

Lupus and Nerve Damage

Lupus can cause neuropathy, also known as nerve damage. Learn about the symptoms, prevention and coping strategies you can use.

Knee Plug for Osteoarthritis

For 30 million osteoarthritis sufferers worldwide, pain, joint stiffness and potential loss of mobility can negatively affect their quality of life. However, scientists have recently improved a widely used treatment for knee osteoarthritis, which may help many people.

5 Tests for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common, but very treatable, condition. This article reveals the causes, tests and treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome.

The Dangers of Concussions

Scientists discover that concussions can damage brain tissue and impair brain function. Find out more about these common injuries, prevention and treatment.

When Pain and Fatigue Are Ruining Your Life

Pain and fatigue are symptoms commonly associated with chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia and arthritis. These strategies can reduce your discomfort and improve your quality of life.

Knee Ligament Injury Recovery

A primer on ligament injury—the causes, symptoms, treatment and recovery.

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.

Pinched Nerve Treatment and Relief

How to relieve and treat a pinched nerve.

Sports Injury or Sports Hernia?

Sports hernia, an increasingly common type of sports injury, can cause chronic pain and loss of function. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of a sports hernia.

Expert Q&A: Treatment Options for Herniated Discs

Orthopedic and spinal surgeon Dr. Sean McCance answers a reader's question about herniated discs.

Vitamin D for Fibromyalgia Pain

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

10 Ways to Ease Night Pain

Is night pain ruining your after-work activities and sleep? Here, ten ways to relieve it.

Fibromyalgia: Natural and Alternative Treatment

Natural and alternative treatments for fibromyalgia can be effective.

Should You Have Hip Replacement?

Find out if you could be a candidate for hip replacement surgery, and learn more about the procedure.

Migraine Myths

When it comes to migraines, it can be difficult separating fact from fiction. Get the real story on the disease's biggest misconceptions.

Health by the Numbers: Migraines

Migraine pain can be excruciating, but with the right treatment, the condition can be controlled.

Understanding Migraines

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

Acid Reflux: When is it Time to See the Doctor?

Read on determine when your condition requires medical attention.

Tips to Ease Medication-Induced Heartburn

Follow these steps to help find relief.

Does Acupuncture Relieve Arthritis?

Find out why acupuncture is growing in popularity with arthritis sufferers.

Three Ways to Manage Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares

If you’re one of the 1.3 million Americans living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you know that flares are a part of the disease.

Help Kids with Juvenile Arthritis Get Up and Go

If your child is one of the many who suffers from juvenile arthritis today, did you know that helping him or to stay active can be an important part of managing this condition?

Can a Scottish Mineral Water Alleviate Arthritis?

It may sound more like a fantasy than a reality, but some believe that this water can help ease arthritic pain.

Heart Disease: Common Misdiagnosis

These conditions often have the same symptoms of heart attacks.

Best Stretches for Arthritic Knees

When rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis targets your knees even routine activities such as walking, bending, or sitting can be challenging. These conditions make joints stiff and painful, and limit your mobility. They also weaken and tighten your muscles.

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