NSAIDs-- or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs -- are among the most common pain relief medicines in the world. Every day more than 30 million Americans use them to soothe headaches, sprains ...

Most current pain medications target the mu receptor, but UF researchers are pioneering a new strategy focused on the delta opioid receptor, which could offer pain relief with fewer side effects.

Medications working at mu receptors stop pain traffic to provide rapid relief, but with risks like dangerous respiratory depression and addiction. Most current pain medications target the mu ...

Ice Therapy: Apply ice packs to the back of the knee for 15-20 minutes several times a day to reduce swelling and numb the pain. Compression: Use an elastic bandage or compression wrap to provide ...

One of the reasons we love walking so much is that in addition to its plethora of health benefits, it poses little risk of ...

That's where cracking your own neck can come in handy, even though it may not be the best form of relief. "Cracking your own neck gently can be helpful to relieve pain and tension in your neck ...

For many, the knee pain relief exercises they’ve tried feel like guesswork. Temporary fixes might mask the discomfort, but they rarely address the root cause.