April 19, 2006 — -- A new study suggests herbal remedies like devil's claw, white willowbark and cayenne plaster may be as good as standard pain medication in dealing with short-term back pain.

When pain strikes, your first instinct might be reaching for the medicine cabinet. However, natural alternatives may offer relief without the potential side effects of over-the-counter medications. A ...

If you are living with pain, adding herbs to your regimen may help ease your discomfort, especially when combined with regular exercise, diet, and relaxation techniques. Inflammation is at the root of ...

Many cultures have long used herbal medicine to treat a variety of issues, including pain. Some traditional healers use essential oils for back pain. While a small body of evidence suggests they may ...

A new review of the evidence finds that only a handful of common remedies provide a modest benefit for acute or chronic back pain. Reading time 4 minutes If you’ve ever had trouble recovering from a ...

While it’s true that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help ease arthritis pain, they can also come with side effects like stomach upset, headaches and dizziness. If you’d rather give ...