Headaches

Symptom Watch: 8 Headache Red Flags and What They May Mean

Want to know when to get medical help for your headache? Lean the difference between "primary" and "secondary" headache and the danger signs you shouldn't ignore.

Headache Work-up: When and Why Tests Are Needed

Safe Self-Care for Migraines During Pregnancy

Migraine Headaches: Kids Get Them Too

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Back Pain

Decision Focus: Should I Have Surgery for Spinal Stenosis?

Surgery for spinal stenosis can help relieve pain from this chronic condition. Learn about the procedure, the benefits and the risks.

Taking Care of Your Back at Work

Decision Focus: Surgery for Herniated Disc

4 Gentle Exercises to Strengthen Your Back and Help Prevent Back Pain

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Painful Joints

Suffering from Osteoarthritis? Lifestyle Changes Can Help

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder. Learn how certain lifestyle changes can help you cope with the pain, stiffness and discomfort.

Decision Focus: When Do I Need Surgery for a Rotator Cuff Tear?

The Gripping Pain of Arthritis of the Hands

Decision Focus: Your Choices Concerning Knee Replacement Surgery

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Common Aches & Pains

Beyond Gum Disease: How Periodontal Disease Can Harm Your Health

Periodontal disease not only affects your dental health, but it's also linked to diabetes, heart disease, pregnancy complications and respiratory diseases.

10 Common Causes of Foot Pain

The Blister: To Pop or Not

The Stabbing Heel Pain of Plantar Fasciitis

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Chronic Pain

Manage Gout Through Your Diet

About 60 percent of people who have a gout attack will have another within 12 months. Learn how what you eat or drink may help manage or prevent another attack.

What Is Palliative Care?

About Chronic Pain

9 Ways to Take Back Your Life: Living Well with Chronic Pain

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Painful Conditions

Step-by-Step: Want to Prevent Kidney Stones? Watch Your Diet

Managing your diet is one of the leading ways to help prevent the formation of kidney stones. Learn what to avoid (and include) to help prevent this painful condition.

Stop What You're Doing: Tips to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Questions and Answers about Gallstones

Passing Kidney Stones

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Pain Medications

Decision Focus: Seniors and Pain Meds

Seniors and pain are a common mix. Find out about your pain medication options, the side effects of NSAIDs and the truth about opioid drugs like codeine.