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Acetaminophen vs Ibuprofen: Which OTC Medicine Should You Take?

March 11, 2020

When you have pain, whether chronic or temporary, it can interfere with your daily life. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen could both help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: chronic pain conditions, headache, NSAID, pain, UPMC Pain Management Center

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Should You Use Ice or Heat for Joint Pain?

December 27, 2019

Whether you experience joint pain due to arthritis or injury, advice varies on how to manage it. Learn whether to use ice or heat for joint pain. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics

Tagged with: inflammation, joint pain, osteoarthritis, pain, rheumatoid arthritis

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How a Pain Psychologist Helps People Living With Chronic Pain

October 25, 2019

Learn how a pain psychologist could help you or a loved one develop skills to cope with chronic pain and to work through negative emotions. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health, Rehabilitation

Tagged with: arthritis, Charlotte Brown, chronic pain, pain, physical therapy

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Ingrown Toenails: Everything You Need to Know

July 16, 2019

Here's what you need to know about ingrown toenails and how to treat them. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Skin Care

Tagged with: abscess, pain

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Concussion Care: Do Supplements and Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Help — Or Hurt?

March 16, 2018

Learn which supplements and over-the-counter pain relievers can help or hinder your concussion recovery process from the UPMC Sports Medicine program. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: concussion, concussion 101, concussion recovery, concussion symptoms, concussion treatment, creatine, fish oil, headache, headaches, pain, pain medicine, pain relief, resveratrol, sufrinko, supplements, tumeric, vitamins

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How Does Acupuncture Work? Explaining an Ancient Medicine

October 13, 2017

Treating chronic pain is challenging, and you may wonder how does acupuncture work when treating pain. Get the lowdown on this practice and how it helps. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: acupuncture, acupuncture points, pain, pain medicine, pain treatment

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What Is Pain Medicine? All Your Questions Answered

October 4, 2017

If you have chronic or unbearable pain, you may want to see a doctor who specializes in pain medicine. Find out more about this specialty. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: acute and chronic pain disorders, Back/neck pain, chronic pain rehabilitation program, pain, pain medicine

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Does Your Anxiety Disorder Cause Migraines?

August 10, 2017

Is your generalized anxiety disorder is the cause of frequent migraine headaches? Discover the connection between migraines and anxiety. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health

Tagged with: anxiety, headache, migraine, pain

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Surprising Ways Exercise Improves Joint Health

March 24, 2017

Regular cardio and strength-training exercise are key components to maintaining healthy joints. Learn more what you can do to keep your joints young. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics

Tagged with: exercise, healthy lifestyle, joint health, managing pain, pain