Most of us through middle back pain at some point in our lives – for women, it could be during menstruation, pregnancy or hormonal shifts, and for men (and women at other times) it could be due to ...

If your last backpacking trip ended with you on your back, you’re not alone. Seattle-area residents may suffer back attacks without proper technique and lumbar support during their favorite activities ...

Medically reviewed by Amy Kwan, PT Muscle strain and poor posture are common causes of latissimus dorsi pain.  Treatment for ...

Lung cancer can spread to your spine, which causes back pain and other symptoms. Back pain that worsens at night may be a sign of lung cancer, although this is rare. You can get treatments like ...

A person’s back and feet may hurt for various reasons, including sciatic nerve issues, unsuitable footwear, and problems with posture and foot structure. Some causes of a sore back and feet may ...

One of the most common complaints from people suffering from chronic back pain is how stiff and sore their back feels first thing in the morning. For some, it seems random - almost like they’ve ...

Upper back pain may be a sign of cancer that has spread to the spine. However, many other conditions can cause pain in the upper back, such as arthritis or a herniated disk. Some types of cancer may ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Chronic constipation may cause ...

Irritable bowel syndrome—better known as IBS—is a condition with a lot of mystery around it. Doctors aren’t entirely sure what causes IBS and there is a big range of symptoms. With that, it’s ...