Pain-relieving medications offer relief for many people with sudden or chronic pain. But these drugs have their own risks and potential side effects. The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers this list of pain-relieving alternatives to medication: Applying heat. Applying ice or a cold compress. Massaging the area. Getting sufficient rest. Using relaxation techniques. Using [...]

Do you ever get through your day without saying, "Ouch that hurts!"? I know so many people that say ouch often, sometimes 3-4 times a day. It’s as if they are suffering to some extent every day. It is for these people that I want to write this article. Many people get up in the [...]