A stiff back could be caused by muscle strain, arthritis, stress, or poor posture. Treatment is based on the underlying cause and may involve light exercises, over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication, ...

Why it works: When most of us sit, we round our backs forward into kyphosis (essentially, a fancy term for slouching). This ...

Once you've worked your way through the best stretches for your upper back (not to mention your shoulders and hamstrings), you may want something for your lower back as well. Here are some stretches ...

The case description for a Case Records of the Massachusetts General Hospital appears below. A 30-year-old woman was evaluated because of back pain, leg stiffness, and falling. Tone was increased in ...