A new scientific review found that only nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen were consistently effective for treating acute low back pain. Five treatments, ...

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Treating curvature of the spine as an adult often involves pain relief medications, exercise, or spinal injections to soothe symptoms. Surgery may only be necessary for adults with severe curvature or ...

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 ...

In some cases, a steroid (cortisone) injection can reduce back pain and nerve pain that travels into your buttocks and legs by reducing inflammation. Our spine specialists may prescribe a combination ...

Rodrigo Rossi Nogueira Rizzo receives funding from the Australian Government’s Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). Jason, a 42-year-old father of two, has been battling back pain for weeks. Scrolling ...

Jeffrey Wasserman, MD, a pain management physician with Pinnacle Pain Management in Dallas, discusses the role of pain management physicians in managing medication for back pain patients. 1.

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications are generally safe and effective, but daily or long-term use isn’t recommended. Several factors, including drug side effects and your medical history, can ...

Among the myriad of medical treatments for low back pain—a leading cause of disability that affects more than 600 million people worldwide—new Australian research has found that simpler and relatively ...

The American College of Physicians now officially says to start with other therapies as opposed to medication for back pain. The group's new guidelines recommend massage, superficial heat, spinal ...

A common painkiller widely prescribed for lower back pain might raise your risk of developing dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI). This surprising link was uncovered in new research published ...