Most people have had some experience with abdominal pain. The abdomen is the area between the ribs and pelvis. This is commonly referred to as the stomach, but the stomach is only one of many organs found within the abdomen. Several conditions...
Your feet help provide stability for the body and withstand tons of pressure every day, so it's no surprise that heel pain is a commonly reported foot ailment. Excessive pressure can cause irritation, swelling and pain. Heel pain is often...
Many conditions and injuries can cause pain in the back of the arm. According to Seattle Children's Hospital, a 250-bed children's hospital in Seattle, Washington, arm pain, including pain in the back of the arm, can be caused by trauma, overuse...
Arthritic back pain, ranging from mild to severe, can occur at any time. Back pain that comes on suddenly may occur as a dull ache or sharp pain. Rest and over-the-counter pain relievers will help relieve some of the pain. When back pain continues...
Your knees are a critical piece of machinery. For runners, the amount of stress continually placed on this largest joint in the body can lead to injury. Pain in the back of the knee can mean a host of possible problems. Your ability to identify...
Because knees absorb the impact of stress on the body during many physical activities, they're often the site of pain and injury. While knee pain and injury most often occurs at the front of the knee, the back of the knee can also be a source of...
Cheerleading has come a long way from just standing on the sidelines, rooting for the home team. In many schools, it’s now considered a full-on sport -- and like any sport, it isn’t without the risk of injury. Many cheerleaders suffer...
Back pain and aches cause more visits to doctors or absences from school or work than any other illness, according to the Mayo Clinic. Acute back pain can last a few days or up to three months, but a chronic pain condition lasts three months or...
Hyperextension of the knee can result in injuries that cause pain in the back of the knee, or posterior knee pain. Pressure that forces the knee backward beyond its normal position results in knee hypertension, which can damage the cartilage,...
Heel pain may be a common complaint, but it should not be ignored. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, most heel pain will resolve on its own, if given enough rest. Most posterior heel pain, or pain in the back of the heel,...
According to the Sports Injury Clinic website, muscle pain in the back and neck is common, can be insidious or sudden in onset and can result from numerous factors. Muscle pain in the back and neck can range in severity from mild to marked, and it...
The back of the leg is a common location for injuries. According to the Mayo Clinic website, leg pain can manifest anywhere in the leg, from the hip joint to the ankle. Pain can occur on the anterior, or front, of the leg or on the posterior, or...
Exercises for pain in the back of the knee help with improving the functioning of your hamstrings, the muscles located along the backside of your thigh and knee. Done on a consistent basis, exercises can be a natural way to improve your overall...
On an average day, most people experience minor aches and pains of some kind. Burning pain tends to be a sensation that gets your attention, whether you are in the middle of your running workout or sitting at your desk. Burning pain in the back of...
Radiculopathy is the medical term used to describe irritation of the nerve roots exiting the spinal canal. Commonly referred to as a "pinched nerve," radiculopathy may be caused by several underlying conditions including a herniated disc,...
Some conditions can cause upper abdominal pain and back pain. According to the Merck Manuals website, although most abdominal pain is not serious or life-threatening, severe abdominal pain that manifests suddenly usually indicates a serious...
Whether you use your bicycle for recreational or sporting purposes, regular riding can lead to pains in your joints. Because your knees are constantly extending and contracting during a ride, it is common for many cyclists to feel pain in the...
According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, or NIH, almost everybody experiences abdominal pain or discomfort at some point in their lives, although most abdominal pain is not serious and does not...
Pain in the back and left shoulder after eating most likely originates in your chest or abdomen. The most common causes of pain in your back after meals are from gallbladder disease, heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease. These digestive...
Muscle pain, spasms and cramping in the back of legs can develop for a variety of reasons. Simply straining the muscles can cause discomfort between the thighs and calves. In some cases medical conditions may lead to muscle aches or sharp pain in...
Pain at the back of your ankle and heel during walking may indicate muscle tightness, tendinitis or ankle impingement syndrome. Your pain may be described as achy, sharp or stabbing and can be accompanied with swelling and joint stiffness....
Although a treadmill can help you burn calories and shed excess pounds, it can also result in knee injury if you do not use it correctly. The knee itself is a complex structure of cartilage, muscle and bone that is very sensitive and susceptible...
The pain you're experiencing along the back of the knee while cycling is likely the result of something known as biceps tendinosis. Also referred to as biceps femoris tendinopathy, it's often marked by an inflammation of the tendon that connects...
Neck pain often extends to the back or base of the skull. This transition area between the skull and the cervical joints is particularly susceptible to dysfunction because of its high degree of mobility and complex structure. According to...
Numerous conditions can cause pain in the back below the right shoulder blade. According to the Spine Health website, although upper back pain, including pain below the right shoulder blade, is not a common disorder, problems in this area can...
Around 70 to 85 percent of adults experience low back pain some time in their lives, according to an article published in 2004 in the journal "Pain" by Sarah Liddle and colleagues. Most will recover within six weeks regardless of treatment....
Lower back pain is a common affliction affecting four out of five Americans during some point in their lifetime, according to Harvard Health Publications. Lower back pain can affect your entire body, making it difficult to perform routine tasks....
Chronic lower back pain, discomfort that lasts for three or more months, is a common condition among adults. This type of pain is typically a result of core musculature weakness and tightness from lack of physical activity. According to Dr. Jill...
Many people suffer from back pain. The pain may be in the lower back, middle back, up and down the spine, or in the lower back with a shooting sensation down the legs. Back pain may be caused by a variety of health conditions and injury....
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