Back pain often happens because something is off in the way your spinal joints, muscles, discs, and nerves fit together and move. Nighttime back pain is a special type of lower back pain that ...

When it comes to back pain, there’s good news and bad news. The good news is that back pain is rarely a sign of something serious and is often relatively short-lived. The bad news is that it’s ...

Sometimes, pain that starts in the back can radiate into the testicles or come with testicle pain. Two common causes of back pain that can also cause testicular pain include: Kidney stones.

For 20 years, doctors told Diana Falzone her pain was normal. “Well, that’s just how it is for some women,” she remembers one ...

In fact, there is no specific mattress that’s best for back pain. Instead, people with back pain should look for mattresses that feel medium-firm to you. Those beds have the best chance of ...

After being pulled back from the brink of death when her aorta began to come apart, a P.E.I. woman is sharing her story as a ...

A lack of support can mean lower back pain in the morning, or even longer if not treated. If you’re searching for a mattress to help prevent a sore lower back, our list can help you narrow down ...

Pain in the back (posterior) portion of the knee is relatively common. Many things could be to blame, whether it’s constant soreness in the area or simply knee pain when extending the leg.

Slouching or overextending your back while riding can lead to muscle strain and spinal discomfort. Prioritize proper bike fit ...

Experts say extended patient turnover times at emergency rooms risk ‘crushing’ the EMS system, but few regulations exist to ...

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