Pain topics
Musculoskeletal pain
Find out more about musculoskeletal pain with this selection of articles.
Achilles tendinitis
Achilles tendinitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon. It can be caused by overly tight calf muscles and excessive uphill or downhill running, amongst other things.
Back pain
Most back problems can be prevented by proper use of the spine and keeping it in good shape.
Back pain relief from yoga
Yoga and stretching both have benefits for people with back pain, with effects that can last for months, a study shows.
Back pain relief with massage therapy
Massage therapy may improve lower back pain, with benefits lasting at least 6 months, a trial suggests.
Bunions cause more than foot pain
Bunions (hallux valgus) may lead to low back, hip and knee, as well as foot, pain, and significantly affect general health, vitality, social function and mental health, a study shows.
Chiropractic therapy not found to help back pain long term
There is currently no evidence showing that combined chiropractic interventions provide a long-term clinical benefit in low-back pain.
Corticosteroid injections
Corticosteroid injections into or around a painful area, such as a joint or muscle, can reduce inflammation in that area, relieving pain and improving function and mobility.
Coxibs and arthritis pain and inflammation
A class of drugs called COX-2 inhibitors, or coxibs, have been designed to help relieve pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Exercise eases chronic pain in obesity
People with obesity have a 20 per cent increased risk of chronic pain in the low back and neck/shoulders, but regular exercise can help counter this, researchers have found.
Fibromyalgia and sleep disturbance linked
Women with sleep problems have double the risk of developing fibromyalgia over 10 years, a study suggests.
Heel pain
Heel pain is most commonly caused by plantar fasciitis, an inflammatory condition of the sole of the foot.
Knee pain
Knee pain, also known as runner's knee or patellofemoral pain syndrome, is characterised by pain at the front or middle edge of the knee or behind the kneecap.
Menopause symptoms: dry eyes and joint pain
Some lesser known symptoms of the menopause are dry eyes and joint pains.
Muscle aches and pains: treatments
Anti-inflammatory medications can help in the treatment of muscular aches and pains by reducing inflammation, while heat rubs can help to over-ride the sensation of pain.
Muscular aches and pains
Muscular aches and pains may be caused by overuse or unaccustomed use of muscles.
Neck pain: symptoms and causes
Knowing the symptoms of your neck pain and when to see a doctor can help in finding the cause and getting a diagnosis.
Neck pain: treatment
Review the current treatments for neck pain including complementary options and find out how to prevent neck pain.
NSAIDs overused in musculoskeletal injury
The perception that NSAIDs offer superior pain relief over paracetamol for the treatment of many sports injuries may be inaccurate.
Office ergonomics: workstation comfort and safety
Computer users often develop aches and pains. Avoid discomfort by setting up your workstation according to ergonomic principles.
Osgood-Schlatter disease
Osgood-Schlatter disease causes knee pain in teenagers. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatment.
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (kneecap pain)
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is one of the most common disorders of the knee, accounting for up to one in every 4 knee injuries.
Shoulder pain
Find out about the causes and treatment of shoulder pain, including frozen shoulder, rotator cuff syndrome, dislocated shoulder and arthritis.
Slideshow: Top 10 causes of joint pain
What's causing your joint pain? Find out the most common causes of joint pain.
Achilles tendinitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon. It can be caused by overly tight calf muscles and excessive uphill or downhill running, amongst other things.
Back pain
Most back problems can be prevented by proper use of the spine and keeping it in good shape.
Back pain relief from yoga
Yoga and stretching both have benefits for people with back pain, with effects that can last for months, a study shows.
Back pain relief with massage therapy
Massage therapy may improve lower back pain, with benefits lasting at least 6 months, a trial suggests.
Bunions cause more than foot pain
Bunions (hallux valgus) may lead to low back, hip and knee, as well as foot, pain, and significantly affect general health, vitality, social function and mental health, a study shows.
Chiropractic therapy not found to help back pain long term
There is currently no evidence showing that combined chiropractic interventions provide a long-term clinical benefit in low-back pain.
Corticosteroid injections
Corticosteroid injections into or around a painful area, such as a joint or muscle, can reduce inflammation in that area, relieving pain and improving function and mobility.
Coxibs and arthritis pain and inflammation
A class of drugs called COX-2 inhibitors, or coxibs, have been designed to help relieve pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Exercise eases chronic pain in obesity
People with obesity have a 20 per cent increased risk of chronic pain in the low back and neck/shoulders, but regular exercise can help counter this, researchers have found.
Fibromyalgia and sleep disturbance linked
Women with sleep problems have double the risk of developing fibromyalgia over 10 years, a study suggests.
Heel pain
Heel pain is most commonly caused by plantar fasciitis, an inflammatory condition of the sole of the foot.
Knee pain
Knee pain, also known as runner's knee or patellofemoral pain syndrome, is characterised by pain at the front or middle edge of the knee or behind the kneecap.
Menopause symptoms: dry eyes and joint pain
Some lesser known symptoms of the menopause are dry eyes and joint pains.
Muscle aches and pains: treatments
Anti-inflammatory medications can help in the treatment of muscular aches and pains by reducing inflammation, while heat rubs can help to over-ride the sensation of pain.
Muscular aches and pains
Muscular aches and pains may be caused by overuse or unaccustomed use of muscles.
Neck pain: symptoms and causes
Knowing the symptoms of your neck pain and when to see a doctor can help in finding the cause and getting a diagnosis.
Neck pain: treatment
Review the current treatments for neck pain including complementary options and find out how to prevent neck pain.
NSAIDs overused in musculoskeletal injury
The perception that NSAIDs offer superior pain relief over paracetamol for the treatment of many sports injuries may be inaccurate.
Office ergonomics: workstation comfort and safety
Computer users often develop aches and pains. Avoid discomfort by setting up your workstation according to ergonomic principles.
Osgood-Schlatter disease
Osgood-Schlatter disease causes knee pain in teenagers. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatment.
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (kneecap pain)
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is one of the most common disorders of the knee, accounting for up to one in every 4 knee injuries.
Shoulder pain
Find out about the causes and treatment of shoulder pain, including frozen shoulder, rotator cuff syndrome, dislocated shoulder and arthritis.
Slideshow: Top 10 causes of joint pain
What's causing your joint pain? Find out the most common causes of joint pain.
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