You likely expect some pain after surgery. But when it actually happens… hitting you in the hours, days, and even weeks following… you may realize it’s way worse than anything you anticipated. In many cases, that’s when the doctor will write a prescription for powerful and dangerous painkillers ... Read More ›

You’ve got knee pain. It’s not arthritis. At least not yet. But your knees don’t exactly feel great, either. And it’s pretty obvious you’re well on your way to an arthritis diagnosis in the not-too-distant future. Knee pain can slow you down. Even worse, it can keep you from doing some things ... Read More ›

You don’t have to be taking opioids to have a problem with painkillers. Heck, those of us with chronic pain can confirm that you don’t even need a prescription to be “hooked” on pain relievers.   Millions of Americans regularly put their health on the line for some desperately needed pain ... Read More ›

The other day I came across a Facebook video of commercials from when I was a kid. I don't want to admit to how much time I spent watching it – or how much time I spent on YouTube afterward, hunting for more. But I will admit this… I completely forgot all about my arthritis pain for however ... Read More ›

One glance at the warning label on just about any autoimmune medication is enough to make your jaw drop. The potential side effects of these drugs often include things like severe infections, heart problems, cancer, and more. But new research uncovers what may be the worst risk of all. And it’s a ... Read More ›

If there’s one thing that has the power to bring Americans together, it's got to be pain. It’s a universal experience. We ALL have to deal with it from time to time. That’s why over-the-counter painkillers are some of the best-selling items in any drug store. In fact, some folks won’t leave home ... Read More ›

If you suffer from arthritis in your knee, chances are you could practically open a drug store with all the treatments you've tried. Because knee pain is nearly impossible to ignore. You’re reminded of that with a jolt every single time you move… and sometimes even when you don’t. And when ... Read More ›

One of the toughest parts of the pandemic for me was the closure of my local indoor pool. And not because I want to splash around for kicks. I found it was the BEST possible exercise for my sciatica. Now, the latest research reveals I’m far from the only one who gets back pain relief from a ... Read More ›

If your battling arthritis, your doctor will likely give you a “choice.” He’ll offer two options to treat your aching knees. But the truth is if you don’t want to just ease the pain but also to protect your knees against further damage, there’s really no choice at all. One of the two options ... Read More ›

I’m not much of a conspiracy theorist. I don’t think there’s an alien base in Nevada. I don’t believe there’s a treasure map on the back of the Declaration of Independence. And I’m sure we landed on the moon. (Pretty sure, anyway.) But there is one conspiracy I have no doubt exists. In fact, ... Read More ›