That dull ache in your lower stomach that moves to your back is not unusual. Doctors explain why this happens and when it could signal a serious problem.

Kidneys are a vital organ in our bodies. They purify the blood, remove toxins from the body, and maintain water and electrolyte balance. When the kidneys fail to function properly, a variety of ...

What is kidney cancer? Kidney cancer is a disease where cancer cells begin to develop abnormally in the kidneys. As cancer cells grow rapidly, they can form a tumor, and ...

A clinical trial at Brown University Health to treat chronic low back pain with a one-time, non-surgical injection treatment is seeking to enroll patients in Rhode Island. The trial is testing whether ...

Could it be shin splints, a stress fracture or tendonitis? Here’s what you need to know about treating lower-leg complaints.

An estimated 80% of the population will suffer from lower back pain at some point. The good news is that preventing it is a lot easier than treating it Read more in The way you move series Getting out ...

Lower back pain in women often results from hormone changes, pregnancy, or gynecological conditions. Fever, unexplained weight loss, and pain that lasts longer than a few weeks warrant a doctor's ...

Researchers have identified a bone-driven signaling pathway that may explain how spinal degeneration leads to chronic pain.

“All I could think of was that I was going to die,” said Schayene Silva, who believes mold exposure might have contributed to her disease ...

Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common health problems worldwide, affecting people of all ages and placing a heavy burden on healthcare systems. Many patients experience persistent discomfort ...

Ice therapy helps reduce pain and inflammation when back pain first starts. Heat therapy is ideal for relaxing muscles during long-term back pain. You can use ice and heat together, known as contrast ...

Administering insulin and monitoring glucose levels can be just as expensive as the insulin itself. A bill in Rhode Island is ...