The Science of Sciatica Pain

The Science of Sciatica Pain

A few years ago, I suffered from a herniated disc. The pain in my lower back was horrible, misery-inducing and relentless.…

Turn away from neck pain

Turn away from neck pain

Harvard Health Letters Neck pain is a nagging ailment that affects everyone at some time. In fact, approximately 80 percent…

How to banish aches and pains

How to banish aches and pains

Harvard Health Letter Is your back bothering you? Do your hamstrings hurt? Is your neck or shoulder sore? If so,…

Ask the Harvard Experts: Trapped nerves can happen in many sites

Ask the Harvard Experts: Trapped nerves can happen in many sites

By Howard LeWine, M.D. Q: What is a trapped nerve? How does it happen? A: The term “trapped nerve” refers…