Back pain is often dismissed as temporary discomfort caused by poor posture, strenuous activities or aging. However, when left untreated, persistent back pain can be a warning sign of underlying ...

In today’s health headlines, it’s spring cleaning and yardwork season, and for many, that can mean aches and pains. We’re ...

For adults with chronic low back pain, physical therapy may be beneficial as first-line therapy, according to results of a recent study.

Lower spine pain can develop due to sprains and strains of muscles or changes to the discs in the lower back. Conditions that affect the facet joints of the vertebrae may also cause lower spine pain.

It’s a real pain in the back. An estimated 80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives — and for around 16 million of those adults, the issue is chronic and with no easy ...

Lower back pain is a constant issue for many people. While it may seem like a minor inconvenience to some, it can severely impact their quality of life. For people who are suffering from ongoing back ...

Sept. 15 (UPI) --A new study demonstrating the effectiveness of acupuncture in relieving chronic lower back pain among seniors is fueling calls to expand Medicare coverage for the procedures amid the ...

In a new study, older adults who received acupuncture had less pain and better mobility than those who got medication or physical therapy. A new clinical trial in older adults finds that acupuncture ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Diane Omdahl is a Medicare expert who keeps her readers in the know. My back hurts so bad I can’t straighten up. My back pain is ...

For anyone who has ever felt paralyzed with chronic low back pain, it won’t be surprising that back pain is the leading cause of disability: What may be surprising is the best way to treat it. “We ...

Todd Lanman, MD, and his practice Beverly Hills, Calif.-based Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery joined Aclarion’s Clarity spine trial, according to a May 7 news release. The addition marks the first private ...

A large European trial shows that VER-01, a full-spectrum Cannabis sativa extract, delivers meaningful pain relief and lasting improvements in sleep and physical function for people with chronic low ...