Whether it's from a slip or fall, picking up heavy objects or a lack of exercise, almost everyone seems to have lower back pain at some point in life. Lower back pain has been the leading cause of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." IF YOU OFTEN have achy biceps after an intense workout or a sore back when you sit for too long, there ...

Researchers have conducted several research reviews into medications for back pain. They found some may be more effective than others. Back pain is a common condition with many possible causes. People ...

At one point or another, we’ve all experienced the unexpected, intense pain of a muscle cramp. Muscle cramps, also known as muscle spasms or charley horses, are the involuntary contraction of muscle ...

It's not too difficult to push through occasional muscle spasms and soreness. In fact, there are plenty of ways to ease sore muscles after a workout. But when you deal with chronic, painful muscle ...

Oluseun Olufade, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgeon and Assistant Professor of Orthopedics at the Emory School of Medicine. Rest and changes in activity can help treat back spasms that cause lower back pain ...

Over-the-counter medications, such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen can help manage the pain of cramps. Other options include muscle relaxers for leg cramps and hormonal treatment for ...