Back pain is one of the most common ailments among adults, affecting 23% of people worldwide. Not only does this issue cause discomfort, but it also represents a significant medical expense ...

Physical therapists use various techniques to treat sciatica pain, such as manual therapy, pain-relieving modalities (e.g., ultrasound, heat, ice, and electrical stimulation), exercises, and ...

A short-term course of a type of psychotherapy was three times more effective at relieving chronic lower back pain than ...

The vertebrae in your lower back—a.k.a. the lumbar spine—are the largest and bear the most weight, which means there are many possible ways to wind up with lower back pain. Simply sitting for ...

It seems as though everyone has back pains these days, whether it’s from sitting at a desk all day, heavy lifting or just an awkward movement. According to research from Cross River Therapy, 540 ...

Even a short-term course of cognitive functional therapy resulted in lasting relief for some study participants.

"Cognitive Functional Therapy can help almost all people with chronic low back pain," said paper author Mark Hancock.

The findings, published in the Dec. 18 issue of The Lancet Rheumatology, indicate that while both therapies improved walking speed similarly, the hip-focused therapy resulted in a greater reduction in ...

One tip: Staying active can help reduce and prevent pain March 4, 2024 More than 1 year ago Summary Pool aerobics or simply walking in a pool can be good for an aching back. (iStock) By Hallie Levine ...

Back pain is a very common health issue that can significantly impact your life. When that condition becomes chronic, there isn't a simple answer to treatment. Graham Wagner, MD, explains the many ...