Pain Management

Studies show these evidence-supported therapies and approaches can reduce chronic pain and improve quality of life for various conditions.

Staying physically active and trip-proofing your home are just a few thing that can reduce inflammatory back pain and prevent additional injury.

Inflammatory back pain symptoms resemble those of several types of inflammatory arthritis. Writing down your symptoms helps find the right diagnosis.

Reiki is a Japanese energy therapy used as a complementary medicine treatment for pain. Learn about its dramatic results and whether it may help you.

Painkiller and opioid abuse is a complex problem, and many celebrities, both recently and decades ago, have been unable to avoid tragic ends because of it. Here are a few famous people whose lives were cut short by painkillers.

Scheduled to "go under" for surgery? You’ll be glad to know that anesthesia today is very safe overall. Still, there are some things you may not know about it that can allay any fears and even improve your outcome.

Kratom, a botanical product made from the leaves of a tree native to Southeast Asia, hasn't been approved for medical use in the United States. Some report using it to treat chronic pain and anxiety, and as an aid for withdrawal from opioid dependence.

There are no approved medical uses for the herbal pain relief product kratom, says the FDA. The group has issued several warnings about kratom’s potential side effects.

Kratom advocates say the botanical can help combat chronic pain and opioid withdrawal; critics worry about kratom's potential for addiction. There isn’t much science to support either side in the kratom ban debate.

Learn techniques to accelerate ankle sprain recovery. Uncover the best suggestions for those with weak ankles and sprained ankles. The latest women's health tips from LifeScript.com.

From skinny jeans and body shapers to way-too-tight neckties and that itchy wool sweater, some of what we wear isn't just uncomfortable -- it's unhealthy. Find out what the designer labels and fashion spreads won't tell you.

Are leg cramps cramping your style? If so, here are some ways to make that Charlie Horse gallop away.

Sudden pain in leg & left arm are definite warning signs that a serious health problem has developed. These six signals warrant your immediate attention.

Ease musculoskeletal pain with heat or ice. Try these cooling and warming tips to experiment and find your favorite chronic pain home remedy.