The curl-up is part of spine expert Stuart McGill’s 'Big Three', shown in research to increase core endurance without ...

Orthopedic surgeons and a sleep medicine specialist share the best ways to reduce your nighttime pain so you can get a solid night’s sleep.

Waking up with lower back pain in the morning can put a damper on your day before it even begins. Whether it's a dull ache or ...

Experts share the exact muscles you should work and exercises you should do to reduce (and prevent) common back pain and ...

Running, gardening, walking the dog, signing up for and actually attending a barre class are all physical activities that can boost your mood and get your heart pumping (yes, even gardening). However, ...

Lower back pain ranks among the most common health complaints worldwide, affecting people of all ages and activity levels. Whether you’re experiencing a dull, persistent ache or sharp, sudden twinges, ...

Brandi Jones has over two decades of experience as a nurse in an acute care setting. Her clinical background includes pediatrics, medical-surgical, and women's health. She also specializes in ...

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.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." LOW BACK PAIN is more than just discomfort. It's the leading cause of disability worldwide according to ...

In some cases, back pain may be linked to underlying medical conditions, including a slipped disc, sciatica (a trapped nerve) or ankylosing spondylitis. The NHS also cautions that "very rarely, back ...

Both misunderstood and mismanaged, low back pain is a huge source of suffering for many people worldwide. Here's the up-to-date knowledge on the condition and some advice on the steps people can take ...