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Causes of Lower Back Pain Lower back pain is often caused by a torn or pulled muscle or ligament....

Sciatica Symptoms The symptoms of sciatica usually affects only one leg at a time. Typical...

Cervical Herniated Disc Symptoms and Treatment Options A cervical herniated disc is a common cause of pain that radiates from...

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How to Recognize and Manage Neuropathic Pain

Neuropathic pain occurs when there is an injury or damage to a single nerve or group of nerves. Nerve pain is typically described as sharp and shooting type and may be accompanied by numbness, weakness, and/or abnormal sensations.

How Massage Can Ease Sciatic Pain

Discover the benefits of massage therapy and how it can help ease sciatica pain. Also, learn how to find a good massage therapist and simple, at-home massage techniques for sciatica pain relief.

3 Hamstring Stretches to Relieve Lumbar Herniated Disc Pain

Tight hamstrings can contribute to lumbar herniated disc pain. Try these hamstring stretches to see if one or more of them offer relief for you.

5 Ways Motion Causes Low Back Pain

Many types of low back pain are rooted in the motion of the spine. Learn why certain types of motion cause pain in the spine to find a solution for your low back woes.

Is My Pain Sciatica or Something Else?

There are several conditions that mimic the shooting, searing pain of sciatica. Learn what conditions could be masquerading as sciatica and how your doctor might make a differential diagnosis.