Back pain is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. Recent research reveals how much time you should spend ...

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The curl-up is part of spine expert Stuart McGill’s 'Big Three', shown in research to increase core endurance without ...

Functional fitness was never something I was interested in when I was younger. Instead, my 20s were all about vanity workouts ...

If your back and shoulders feel achy after a long day, you don’t have to just “suffer through”. Stretches for upper back pain can speed relief naturally. And they may even improve your posture, too!

Physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins (natural painkillers) and promotes the production of anti-inflammatory ...

Orthopedic surgeons and a sleep medicine specialist share the best ways to reduce your nighttime pain so you can get a solid ...

Back decompression aims to relieve back pain by taking pressure off compressed spinal discs. There are surgical and nonsurgical methods of back decompression. Nonsurgical therapy includes spinal ...

“UTIs are common infections that are usually contained inside the bladder and do not cause back pain,” notes Barbara Hanna, DO, ob/gyn and co-founder of MyMenopauseRx.com. They happen when bacteria ...

Hyperparathyroidism can cause unusually high calcium levels in the blood. This can lead to back pain when there is damage to the kidneys or bones. It can also cause muscle pain. Share on Pinterest ...

If you struggle to get comfortable while relaxing on the sofa, it might be time to invest in a new chair for lounging. The best recliners for back pain can help take uncomfortable pressure off your ...

Fibroids are noncancerous growths in or around a person’s uterus. If fibroids press against the nerves or muscles in a person’s back, then fibroids can cause back pain. Fibroids can grow on the inside ...