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The Scientific Reason You Hate Valentine's Day
The next time your friend calls you cold-hearted, send her to this link.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Acupressure
Here's the deal with those painful-looking flip flops.

10 Weird Running Pains—and How to Fix Them
Stop googling—we've got the answers.

I Tried Dry Needling for Pain Relief—and It Actually Worked
Here's everything you need to know about the semi-controversial practice.

This Woman Swears Drinking Her Own Pee Solved Her Chronic Health Problems
Gross? Yes. Results possible? TBD
The Best Essential Oils You Can Buy On Amazon
We asked naturopathic doctors for their recs.

Can These Pads Really Help Soothe Your Period Cramps?
Nannocare's new pads make some big promises.

Pink Opens Up About the 'Excruciating Pain' That Caused Her to Cancel Upcoming Concerts
And, of course, JT came to her defense.

How One Woman Used Alternative Medicine to Overcome Her Opioid Dependency
When a pressure cooker explosion left her with third-degree burns, it seemed like painkillers were her only option.

Why You Should Try Acupuncture—Even If You Don't Need Pain Relief
Research has uncovered plenty of reasons to get pricked.

Hay Bathing Is Poised to Become the Hot New Spa Treatment
Could those childhood hay rides have been missed opportunities?

How I Regained Control Over My Body After Years of Debilitating PMS
And stopped caring about being stereotyped as an "emotional, moody" woman.

Is It Dangerous to Take Expired Medicine?
We've all been there when the PMS cramps come charging in.
The Best Recovery Tools to Help Ease Pain from Plantar Fasciitis
These recovery tools can help your heel pain.

5 New Medical Developments That Might Cut Back On Opioid Use
The industry is working overtime to find alternative pain solutions.

This DIY Essential Oil Balm Can Relieve PMS Symptoms
Now all you need is chocolate.

How the Right Kind of Vibrator Can Help Reduce Period Pain
Not THAT kind of vibrator.

Does Myotherapy for Pain Relief Really Work?
Experts weigh in on the massage-like practice.

Can an App Really "Cure" Your Chronic Pain?
There's an app for that—maybe.

10 Reasons Your Neck and Shoulders Hurt While Running
Yes, upper-body running form is important.

How a Brazilian Wax Made Me Physically Ill
I expected some pain, but nothing like this.

New Report Says Women May Have a Higher Risk for Addiction to Painkillers
Here's how you can avoid this tragic scenario.

CVS Says It Will Stop Filling Prescriptions for Opioid Painkillers with More Than a 7-Day Supply
CVS announces a new plan to restrict opioid drugs in an effort to fight the overdose epidemic.

This Period Pain Device Actually Made My Cramps Bearable
Livia seemed too good to be true, but it's actually pretty effective.

3 Easy Exercises Everyone Should Do to Prevent Back Pain
Make these three exercises a part of your daily routine and you'll prevent major pain down the road.

I Trusted My Gut Over My Doctor—and It Saved Me from Lyme Disease
One woman stuck to her guns and pushed for the diagnosis she desperately needed.