Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) medications like NSAIDs and Tylenol can help relieve mild to moderate back pain. Be careful using Tylenol if you've had liver problems or drink a lot of alcohol, and avoid using ...

Michelle Torres spent three years searching for relief from debilitating back pain. She tried everything from expensive medications to physical therapy but found little lasting comfort. Then her ...

This article is part of a broad series on recent advances in the science and medicine of longevity and aging. The series covers a range of topics, including musculoskeletal health. Expect more ...

Steroids help reduce inflammation that can cause severe back pain, but steroids aren’t long-term solutions. They come with a number of potential side effects and health risks. Share on Pinterest Getty ...

A lot of us struggle with back pain, whether it’s a knot in the shoulder, a tight lower back, kink in the neck, or generalized pain in difficult-to-reach locations. Eighty percent of us will ...

The type of back pain you have determines what treatment will be effective. If your pain has been present for a year or more, other factors besides a back injury or arthritis need to be addressed.

New research finds that walking regularly may help reduce the risk of back pain issues. Walking for five days a week, 30 minutes a day was the most effective. Most back pain gets better within five ...