Nearly 8 out of every 10 people will have low back pain at some point in life. Back pain is one of the top reasons people seek medical treatment. It is also the No. 1 reported reason for seeking ...

Mechanical back pain, which occurs due to changes in the structure and functioning of your back, has symptoms similar to that of ankylosing spondylitis, but is caused by your body’s movements ...

Your upper and middle back area runs from the base of your neck to the bottom of your rib cage. Many issues can cause pain in this area, such as overuse, poor posture, or a pinched nerve.

Diarrhea related to UC may also involve: cramps abdominal pain urgent need to use the bathroom increased frequency of bowel movements, including during the night feeling that you haven’t ...

Only around one in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for lower back pain are effective, suggests a pooled ...

Patients with ulcerative colitis may have symptoms in parts of their bodies outside of the digestive system. There are forms of arthritis and back pain that are related to ulcerative colitis. Some of ...

There are many different causes of back pain when bending over. Stiffness and minor pain may be a sign of muscle strain, while severe shooting pains could indicate sciatica. A herniated disk can ...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) can affect anyone — even those in the spotlight. These 9 celebrities share their struggles and successes living with UC.