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Sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain, is a nonspecific term that describes a variety of leg or back symptoms. It may refer to a sharp or burning pain that radiates down the legs from the buttocks. There are various treatment options available to ease sciatica pain. These include over-the-counter (OTC) me...

Antidepressant drugs are largely ineffective for back and osteoarthritis pain, despite being widely used for these conditions, suggests a review of the evidence published by The BMJ today. The findings, based on moderate certainty evidence, show that for people with back pain the effects were too sm...

At its peak, 62 percent of Americans were working from home during COVID, creating a shift in the modern workplace. Kitchen tables have turned into work desks and couches and recliners are now our office chairs. While we may feel cozy, experts say our new home workspace could be creating chronic bac...

Bunions are common, annoying and painful. Just because you have one doesn t mean you should rush to surgery. But don t ignore it either, as untreated ...

Arthritis in your ankles has many causes. You might develop ankle arthritis after a fracture, as a consequence of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis or another cause. Or, you might have degenerative arthritis due to a cause that may never be known. Treatment for ankle arthritis depends on the extent of...

Psoriatic arthritis often affects the feet and ankles, causing pain and stiffness. The 10 tips here can help relieve symptoms and prevent long-term damage.

A common complaint among walkers, runners, and other exercisers is pain on the top of the foot, right under your shoelaces. In some cases, this pain is due to an inflammation of the extensor tendons, resulting in a condition called foot extensor tendonitis.

This burning sensation is often due to nerve damage caused by a condition like diabetes or other underlying conditions. It can also arise out of a foot injury or infection.

The coronavirus hasn t been satisfied with unleashing a serious, contagious disease that has altered everyday life around the planet. In its overachie...

Foot pain is common as it has a wide range of contributing factors, including uncomfortable shoes, too much time standing, athletic injuries, and chronic conditions, such as arthritis. The location of pain in the foot can sometimes indicate the underlying cause. The cause will determine whether medi...