Chiropractic CareCategory: back-pain-treatment
Medically Reviewed On: 7 Aug 2008
Patients like Louis swear by chiropractic care for their lower back pain. Find out why.
Lower Back Pain PreventionCategory: back-pain-treatment
Medically Reviewed On: 7 Aug 2008
Getting in shape and strengthening core muscles can help keep you pain free.
Lower Back Pain TreatmentCategory: back-pain-treatment
Medically Reviewed On: 7 Aug 2008
When it comes to treating lower back pain, experts recommend taking the conservative route first.
Lower Back Pain CausesCategory: back-pain-treatment
Medically Reviewed On: 6 Aug 2008
Most of us will experience lower back pain at some point in our life. Our age may be a clue to what's causing it.
Talking with Your DoctorCategory: Back Pain
Medically Reviewed On: 21 Jul 2008
Talking with your doctor can sometimes be difficult. Good health care, however, depends on an open dialogue between patients and doctors.
Overuse of Common PainkillersCategory: Back Pain
Medically Reviewed On: 17 Jul 2008
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used by many people to relieve pain. However, since they are so commonly used, most people don't think twice about taking them. Learn why excessive use of these seemingly harmless medications can actually cause a variety of problems.
What Is Chronic Pain?Category: Back Pain
Medically Reviewed On: 14 Jul 2008
Chronic pain can affect a person 24 hours a day. What causes chronic pain and how can you get some relief?
Back Pain and OsteoporosisCategory: Back Pain
Medically Reviewed On: 11 Jul 2008
Back pain is a common condition that many people don't take very seriously. But in some cases, back pain is just a surface symptom of a much deeper problem: osteoporosis. Unfortunately, even some doctors have a hard time telling the difference. When should you be worried and what can you do to make sure you are diagnosed correctly?
Tips for Taking Medicines SafelyCategory: back-pain-treatment
Medically Reviewed On: 11 Jul 2008
Prescription drug errors are common. Here are five steps you can take to help make sure you get the right drug at the right dose, improve communications with your doctor and pharmacist, and get the support you need.
Sleep and PainCategory: Back Pain
Medically Reviewed On: 10 Jul 2008
Sleeping well can refresh your body and mind, but it's tough to do when you're in pain. Not only is the pain itself a problem, but sometimes pain medications can disturb sleep. Learn why pain worsens sleep problems and what you can do about it.
GI Effects from Pain MedicineCategory: Back Pain
Medically Reviewed On: 9 Jun 2008
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, commonly known as NSAIDs, are taken to relieve common aches and pains. However, for some people, these drugs can cause a variety of gastrointestinal problems. Avoiding these difficulties means learning whether you are at risk for trouble.
Anxiety and AcupunctureCategory: back-pain-treatment
Medically Reviewed On: 13 Dec 1901
It turns out that acupuncture may do more than just relieve physical symptoms.