Welcome to Ask Doctor Zac, a weekly column from news.com.au. This week, Dr Zac Turner explores the truth behind pain relief.

Why are so many people being diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome and opting for surgery? Hand and orthopedic surgeons ...

Over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium can provide relief for mild to moderate arthritis pain in the shoulder. Topical creams and gels containing ...

The Absorbine Jr. Knee Pain Relief Patches are a non ... are recommended for knee arthritis? Over-the-counter anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen and naproxen can be effective for managing ...

From stretches to workplace ergonomics to electrical stimulation (yep), these self-care tips should help you find sweet ...

Researchers have found that a chemical in extra-virgin olive oil, oleocanthal, inhibits inflammatory enzymes in the same way that ibuprofen ... supplements may reduce pain and inflammation in knee ...

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel is the best muscle relief cream for arthritis due to ... and NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or diclofenac for inflammation. Arnica reduces swelling and bruising, while ...

I’M one of the ten million people in the UK with arthritis. Nearly half of sufferers depend on the use of painkillers to manage symptoms. But GPs should tell patients to exercise and lose weight ...

Stiffness, aches and pains are often associated with changes in weather, especially when temperatures begin to drop in the ...

Discover the best stretching for back pain with these seven moves, demonstrated by experts, plus why your back hurts in the ...

They can check for arthritis ... relief or have a flare-up of pain, talk to your doctor about appropriate medications. While long-term use of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory such as ibuprofen ...