Blog Posts: Back pain

Interested in non-medicine and non-surgical strategies to treat low back pain? Research highlights what can work.

Opioids are potent drugs used to manage pain, but they come with significant risks, especially for older adults. Learn about the potential dangers, including side effects and the risk of opioid use disorder with a 3-minute video featuring Dr. James MacKillop. Then read on to explore effective non-medication treatments to manage chronic pain.

Chronic pain is a complex and often misunderstood condition affecting nearly 8 million people in Canada. In this webinar recording, chronic pain expert Dr. Norman Buckley explores its causes, impacts, and management strategies and debunks misinformation about bogus remedies.

Is medical cannabis effective for the treatment of chronic pain? Dr. Anthony Levinson and Dr. Jason Busse discuss how cannabis works to relieve pain, what the research says about its effectiveness and potential side effects, and what benefits there may be compared to opioids for chronic pain relief.

We can all use a helping hand from time to time. Being more physically active is one area where some of us need that extra assistance and motivation. Wearable activity trackers may be a source of support for people living with a rheumatic and/or musculoskeletal disease who are looking to increase their activity levels.

Low back pain can be debilitating but it can be managed with non-drug therapies and medications if needed. What works best? Find out recommendations from recent research evidence.

Want to age well? Consider making yoga part of your regular activities.

Alternative options for managing pain can bring relief without the risks associated with prescription drugs.

Low back pain can make getting through the day challenging enough without worrying about keeping up your exercise regimen. But before you throw in the (gym) towel, read the latest research about the best types of exercise for relieving back pain.

Neck pain is a common and disabling health problem that can affect your daily function including sleep. Specialized pillows have been used to help but the recent evidence is limited.

Studies have concluded that yoga is effective in reducing back pain and related disability, particularly in the short term.