Over-the-counter drugs: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve) can help ease flare-ups, but they shouldn’t be taken daily for more than a ...

These aren't like a sudden sprain or a dramatic twist. These injuries are sneakier, building up over time, drop by drop of repetitive effort without proper rest. And trust me, they can slam the brakes ...

The x-ray of my hip looks like a weather pattern. A storm of thunderclouds moving in. The joint is gone, eroded by rheumatoid arthritis. The pain changes from day to day. Sometimes it is grinding ...