You hit a new squat PR yesterday and now your legs are killing you -- that "can barely walk up the stairs, would rather eat lunch standing up" kind of sore. Do you ice down your quads after work or ...

Choosing between cold and heat therapy is crucial for effective pain management. Cold therapy is best for acute injuries, reducing swelling and inflammation by constricting blood vessels. Conversely, ...

Ease your persistent knee pain with these orthopaedic doctor-suggested joint relief products designed to support comfort and long-term joint health.

Depending on your tolerance for extreme temperatures, immersing your body first in hot water and then in an icy cold bath may sound either invigorating or torturous. Contrast hydrotherapy involves ...

Sore shoulder? Achy knee? If ice or hot packs don't seem to be helping, an over-the-counter topical pain-relief cream can offer more serious soothing power. "When used after proper evaluation, they ...

Heat-related deaths typically get headlines, but a new study raises concerns about the number and characteristis of people ...

Taking a plunge in cold water paid off for a 28-year-old man with chronic nerve pain. A case study published Monday in The BMJ tells the plight of a man who was debilitated by chronic pain 10 weeks ...

Pain can come from many sources, acute injuries, muscle tension, joint stiffness, or chronic conditions such as arthritis. When discomfort strikes, most people instinctively reach for an ice pack or a ...