A number of complementary and alternative treatments are used to relieve back pain. Complementary means it is used together with conventional medicine. Alternative means it is done in place of conventional medicine.
Acupuncture is now a common alternative treatment for certain kinds of pain. It involves inserting small needles or exerting pressure on certain "energy" points in the body. When the pins have been placed successfully, the patient is supposed to experience...
Read moreMany would argue that back pain is inevitable and for some it becomes a sudden reality. Bending over to pick up a piece of paper, moving... Read more »
Last month, the American Pain Society added to its recommendations to health care providers regarding the diagnosis and treatment of low... Read more »
Dear Dr Lasich - I'm six weeks post op spinal fusion surgery. Dec. 8, 2011 and then again eight days later I was in so much pain. The... Read more »
Starting a little less than a year ago, I would walk my father’s miniature Schnauzer, Austin, as well as my terrier mix, Noel. Each dog... Read more »
Back pain happens. Even though the pain is constant, sometimes life just has to move on. Because life is an Olympic event, staying fit is... Read more »
Australian researchers say even very severe back pain is unlikely to mean the sufferer has a more serious health issue such as a broken vertebrae or... Read more »
This is a study to evaluate the level of pain control and safety of different doses of a new extended-release pain med (CG5503) in people with... Read more »
This is a study to determine the safety and effectiveness of a new transdermal pain med in patients with chronic lower back pain. This national study... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Exercise and Physical TherapyThe Role of Physical TherapyPhysical therapy with a trained professional may be useful if pain has not improved after 3... Read more »
According to a new study, practicing yoga may help decrease lower back pain. Read more »