A Duluthian man went from barely able to walk to now moving around pain free thanks to this new innovative medical technology. SynerFuse is a company made of specialists from the University of ...

Several types of back surgery can help reduce back pain. Common procedures include spinal fusion, discectomy, and disk replacement. Recovery times may depend on the extent of the procedure. Share on ...

Why it matters: Lower back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting hundreds of millions and often persisting for years. What works: Evidence supports core-strengthening exercises, ...

In some cases, a steroid (cortisone) injection can reduce back pain and nerve pain that travels into your buttocks and legs by reducing inflammation. Our spine specialists may prescribe a combination ...

I’ve been dealing with back pain off and on for more than a decade. I’ve seen doctors, had X-rays — you name it, I’ve done it. The diagnosis: Bad posture. As a writer, I spend long hours hunched over ...

Lidocaine patches deliver anesthetic medication through the skin. The patch may improve back pain, but research is limited about how well the patch works. The patch also has a range of potential side ...

Why it happens: Chronic back pain can stem from injuries, degenerative conditions, poor posture, lifestyle factors, or even changes in how the nervous system processes pain. Spotting red flags: Sudden ...

Lidocaine patches can help temporarily relieve some types of lower back pain. You can buy these patches over the counter or talk with a doctor about prescription-strength options. Share on Pinterest ...

If you have chronic lower back pain—meaning a nagging ache has persisted for 12 weeks or more—you may be tempted to throw a bunch of Dr. Google remedies into a bag, shake it up, and start drawing at ...