Pain

It’s hard to control the way we sleep at night – but there are some things you can do to reduce the strain on your neck – and wake up pain-free.

Women suffer more. But why? A new study points to an immune mechanism that differs between women and men, which may affect the duration of pain after trauma.

Abdominal pain is the leading reason for emergency room visits among children aged 5 and older. A doctor explains when an examination is necessary and what you can do at home.

The study offers new hope to millions of people: A natural treatment, scientifically controlled, that has proven relief of symptoms and improvement in quality of life – with a good safety profile.

In many cases, your headache doesn’t actually start in your head. An expert reveals the surprising connection between the neck, shoulders, and headaches – and how complementary medicine can solve it.

Jerusalemite of the Week: Dr. Gene Shlomo Plotkin is one of Israel's few chiropractors, and the only one in the country who practices the Zone Technique.

In acute pain, IA increases – acting like a natural sedative for the pain pathways – but in chronic pain, this current doesn’t cause them to rise, and the neurons become hyperactive.

Walking is a simple, low-cost activity that can reduce the burden of lower back pain, says study author.