Pain management is a chronic issue that plagues the Appalachian mountains – from pharmaceutical companies rolling out ...

According to Egbogah, poor posture can not only result in headaches and pain in the neck, shoulders and back, but it can also ...

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The initial case definition for LBP was ‘activity-limiting LBP (± pain referred into one or both lower limbs) that lasts for at least one day’.12 The ‘low back’ was defined as the area on the ...

Shooting guard Ochai Agbaji was removed from Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks with a lower back contusion. He will not return. Agbaji has started 33 of Toronto's 37 games so far this ...

Most people assume if they have knee pain, it is due to a problem with the knee joint. This is not always the case. While the discomfort can be due to a knee condition, it can also be the result of a ...

“A Real Pain,” which earned Kieran Culkin a Golden Globe on Sunday night, is available to rent/purchase on all digital platforms. It will become available to stream for Hulu subscribers on Jan. 1 ...

Tight hips can cause your pelvis to rotate forward, leading to lower back pain. Yoga moves like the figure-four stretch encourage your hips to open and massage your lower back. You should also ...

The study found that sports that involved social interaction improved the rate of longevity. Here are a few low-impact sports and activities you can enjoy to stay active without straining your joints.

Massaging the lower back with essential oils like lavender or peppermint can help relax tight muscles. The soothing effects of massage can significantly reduce pain. “Proper hydration can help ...

a study found that deep tissue massage had effects comparable to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for patients with ...