Pain
For when something/everything hurts.
4 Things to Know Before Taking NSAIDs for Lingering Back Pain
More isn’t always better—and you'll want to be careful about combining drugs.
By Julia RiesMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
Here Are the Back Pain Remedies That Actually Work, According to Science
Plus a few that you should definitely steer clear of.
By Ali FinneyMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
5 Ways to Make Car Rides a Little Easier If You Have Back Pain
Because bumper-to-bumper traffic can be excruciating enough.
By Ashley AbramsonMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
SI Joint Problems Are a Sneaky Cause of Back Pain. Here’s What to Know
Pregnancy, injury, and playing sports can do a number on them.
By Tina DonvitoMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
6 Types of Arthritis That Can Cause Back Pain
Don’t write off persistent aching just because you’re young.
By Sarah Klein, CPTMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
5 Seemingly Harmless Habits That Can Really Hurt Your Back
Turns out, there’s a right way—and a really, really wrong way—to pick something up.
By Ashley AbramsonMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
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What to Do If Back Pain Is Taking a Toll on Your Mental Health
Setting boundaries and pacing yourself is really important, to start.
By Julia RiesMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
How to Fly On a Plane Without Wrecking Your Back
From booking tips to packing strategies, here’s exactly how to have a more comfortable flight.
By Erica SweeneyMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
7 Small but Effective Ways to Relieve Back Pain
A few tiny tweaks to your daily routine can go a long way.
By Julia RiesMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep When You Have Chronic Back Pain
Here’s what pain specialists say they’d do if they were you.
By Ashley AbramsonMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
8 Stretches That’ll Make Your Sore, Creaky Knees Go ‘Ahhh’
It all starts in the hips.
8 slides
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T.
Yes, You Really Should Avoid Taking Ibuprofen When Drinking—Here’s Why
Popping a pill to prevent a hangover? Read this.
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T.Medically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO
5 Tips for Exhausted New Parents Who Are Also Dealing With Migraine
The debilitating symptoms don’t stop just because you have a baby at home—but these strategies can help.
By Abigail LibersMedically reviewed by Lauren R. Natbony, MD
How to Make a Migraine Game Plan If You Have a Demanding Job
Trying to push through attacks can lead to a vicious cycle of more headaches—and more sick days.
By Julia RiesMedically reviewed by Alina Masters-Israilov, MD
How to Explain Your Migraines to Family Members Who Don’t Exactly Get It
Because too many people still think it’s “just a headache.”
By Colleen StinchcombeReviewed by Alina Masters-Israilov, MD
7 People With Crohn’s Share Their Advice for People Who Just Got a Diagnosis
“You’re worthy of loving yourself and giving yourself the best care possible.”
By Kirsten NunezMedically reviewed by Rabia de Latour, MD
How Long Should You Expect to Be on Crohn’s Disease Treatment?
Remission is a sign that your medication plan is working.
By Ashley AbramsonMedically reviewed by Ugo Iroku, MD, MHS
15 Reasons to Finally Give Running a Try
It’s about way more than fast times and finish lines.
By Cindy Kuzma
Long COVID Is Keeping So Many Young People Out of Work
It’s hard to do your job when you’re exhausted, in pain, or emotionally depleted.
By Korin Miller
Why Do My Migraine Attacks Get So Much Worse in the Winter?
Here’s what you can do to feel better on those cold, dreary days.
By Colleen StinchcombeMedically reviewed by Lauren R. Natbony, MD