It's a simple word that has developed a sinister connotation: algorithm. For many of us, algorithms help determine what we watch, read and listen to — in the process, confirming our tastes and biases, ...

Steroids, specifically corticosteroids, work by reducing inflammation that puts pressure on nerves and causes back pain. They lower levels of prostaglandins and other chemicals involved in the ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. A strong back supports better ...

Ice therapy helps reduce pain and inflammation when back pain first starts. Heat therapy is ideal for relaxing muscles during long-term back pain. You can use ice and heat together, known as contrast ...