Back Pain Articles A-Z

Lower Back Pain Diagnosis

A variety of tests are available to help doctors make a lower back pain diagnosis. This eMedTV article describes each of these tests in detail, such as discography, myleogram, and x-rays, and explains when each one might be used.

Lower Back Pain Relief

People seeking lower back pain relief may try medications, complementary/alternative methods, or surgery. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at these and other pain-relief techniques, including ice and heat, bed rest, and exercise.

Lower Back Surgery

This eMedTV article describes the types of lower back surgery that are available, including a discectomy. It can take months for a person to be fully healed after such a surgery, and some people may suffer from permanent loss of flexibility.

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

This eMedTV page includes information about the spine and how it relates to lumbar spinal stenosis. The condition is generally the result of pressure on the lower part of the spinal cord or on nerve roots. Links to more information are also provided.

Methacarbamol

Methocarbamol is used, in combination with rest and physical therapy, to treat pain caused by muscle spasms. This eMedTV Web article talks about the strengths and side effects of this drug. Methacarbamol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methacarbanol

People with muscle spasms may find relief with methocarbamol, a prescription muscle relaxant. This part of the eMedTV Web library takes a closer look at this drug and its uses. Methacarbanol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methacarbomol

Methocarbamol is a medicine used along with rest and physical therapy to treat muscle spasms. This eMedTV selection explores the dosing guidelines, uses, and side effects of this drug. Methacarbomol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methacarbonol

Methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms, such as those due to an injury. This eMedTV segment gives a brief introduction to this medication, explaining the forms and strengths available. Methacarbonol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methcarbamol

Methocarbamol, a muscle relaxant, is used to relieve pain caused by muscle spasms. This part of the eMedTV site describes this drug in greater detail and provides a link to more information. Methcarbamol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methocaramol

Available as a tablet or an injection, methocarbamol is a drug used to treat pain caused by muscle spasms. This eMedTV article briefly describes the medication and provides a link to more information. Methocaramol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methocarbam

Methocarbamol is a type of muscle relaxant used for the short-term treatment of muscle spasms. This eMedTV article describes this drug briefly and provides a link to more information. Methocarbam is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methocarbam 750 mg Drug Information

Brand-name methocarbamol tablets are available in a 750-mg strength. This part of the eMedTV site takes a closer look at the strengths available for this medicine. Methocarbam 750 drug information is a common misspelling and variation of methocarbamol.

Methocarbamol

A prescription medicine, methocarbamol is used to treat muscle spasms. This eMedTV Web article takes an in-depth look at this medication, with information on potential side effects, when and how to take it, warnings and safety precautions, and more.

Methocarbamol 500 mg Tablets

As this eMedTV article explains, 500 mg methocarbamol tablets are available only in generic form. This resource tells you more about the different forms and strengths of methocarbamol, including a link to more detailed information.

Methocarbamol 750 mg

This selection from the eMedTV archives explains that methocarbamol is available as 750 mg and 500 mg tablets. This Web page tells you what you need to know about methocarbamol dosing, including a link to more detailed information on the topic.

Methocarbamol and Breastfeeding

It is unclear if methocarbamol (Robaxin) passes through human breast milk. This eMedTV resource tells you what you need to know about breastfeeding and methocarbamol, including what to watch for if your doctor recommends taking this drug while nursing.

Methocarbamol and Pregnancy

This eMedTV segment explains why methocarbamol (Robaxin) is a pregnancy Category C medication. It describes how the FDA rates drugs during pregnancy and explains the circumstances under which the medication may be given to a pregnant woman.

Methocarbamol Dosage

As explained in this eMedTV page, the typical dose of methocarbamol tablets is 1500 mg, four times daily, for the first two or three days of treatment. This resource offers more information on when and how to take this drug, both tablets and injections.

Methocarbamol Drug Information

Methocarbamol is a prescription muscle relaxant used to treat muscle spasms. This article from the eMedTV Web site offers more drug information on methocarbamol, including dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and available strengths.

Methocarbamol Oral Information

Methocarbamol is a drug used to relieve muscle spasms, along with physical therapy and other treatments. This eMedTV segment provides basic information on oral methocarbamol and includes a link to the full-length article on the topic.

Methocarbamol Overdose

Nausea, drowsiness, and blurred vision are some of the symptoms of an overdose with methocarbamol (Robaxin). This eMedTV segment explains what you can expect if you take too much of this drug, including information on treatment options.

Methocarbamol Side Effects

Headache, drowsiness, and heartburn are some of the possible methocarbamol side effects. This eMedTV article discusses other side effects that may occur with this medication, including a list of adverse reactions that require immediate medical care.

Methocarbanol

Available by prescription only, methocarbamol is used as a treatment for muscle spasms. This eMedTV selection tells you what you need to know about this drug and includes a link to more information. Methocarbanol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methocarbinol

Your healthcare provider may recommend methocarbamol if you have pain caused by muscle spasms. This eMedTV Web resource gives a brief overview of this drug and provides a link to more information. Methocarbinol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methocarbomal

Methocarbamol is a prescription muscle relaxant that works on the central nervous system. As this page from the eMedTV Web site explains, it is used for the treatment of short-term muscle spasms. Methocarbomal is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methocarbomol

A muscle relaxant, methocarbamol is a medication that treats pain caused by muscle spasms. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at this drug, describing its side effects and dosing guidelines. Methocarbomol is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Methocarbonal

Approved for treating muscle spasms, methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant available only with a prescription. This eMedTV Web resource gives an overview of this medicine and its potential side effects. Methocarbonal is a common misspelling of methocarbamol.

Morphin Sulf

Morphine sulfate, a prescription medicine used to treat pain, is a type of opioid narcotic. This eMedTV page provides a brief overview of the drug and offers some general dosing guidelines. Morphin sulf is a common misspelling of morphine sulfate.

Morphin Sulfate

As a type of opioid medication, morphine sulfate can help treat pain. This eMedTV Web resource provides a brief overview of morphine sulfate and describes some of its possible side effects. Morphin sulfate is a common misspelling of morphine sulfate.

Morphine Sulfate

Morphine sulfate is a type of opiate narcotic used in many prescription pain relievers. This eMedTV page features an overview of this drug, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and what to tell your doctor before taking it.

Morphine Sulfate 15 mg Tablets

As this eMedTV Web resource discusses, morphine sulfate 15 mg tablets may be prescribed for pain relief. This article offers more detail on morphine sulfate, including a list of various forms of the medication and the strengths available.

Morphine Sulfate 30 mg Tablets

As this eMedTV Web article explains, morphine sulfate 30 mg tablets are a short-acting, immediate-release pain medication. This page offers more detail on morphine sulfate, including a list of other morphine products and strengths available.

Morphine Sulfate Dosage

Your morphine sulfate dosage will be based on several factors, such as the severity of your pain. This eMedTV Web segment describes the other factors that may affect your dose, and offers tips on when and how to take this medication.

Morphine Sulfate Drug Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the pain drug morphine sulfate. Information includes its dosing, side effects, warnings, precautions, and possible drug interactions.

No Prescription Hydrocodone

You should not buy hydrocodone with no prescription. Hydrocodone, as this eMedTV page explains, is a controlled substance that is subject to regulation by the DEA. There are strict fines and penalties for trying to buy the drug without a prescription.

No Rx Hydrocodone

You should never buy a no-Rx hydrocodone product, as the drug could be substandard or potentially dangerous. This eMedTV Web page further discusses the potential dangers of using hydrocodone that has been purchased without a prescription.

Ordering Hydrocodone Without a Prescription

You must have a valid prescription to buy hydrocodone. As this section of the eMedTV library explains, ordering hydrocodone without a prescription is not only illegal but also unsafe (as you should not take this drug without a doctor's supervision).

Oxcodone

As this eMedTV page explains, a doctor may prescribe oxycodone medications to treat pain. This page also explains the drug's significant potential for abuse and offers a link to more detailed information. Oxcodone is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxicodon

This eMedTV Web article explains that oxycodone is an opioid narcotic found in many prescription pain medications. This article also describes the abuse potential and possible side effects of oxycodone. Oxicodon is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxicodone

Oxycodone is found in many prescription medications and is approved to treat pain. This eMedTV Web article explains how oxycodone works and describes what to do in the case of an overdose on the drug. Oxicodone is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxicodone Withdrawal

As this eMedTV page explains, stopping oxycodone too quickly may lead to withdrawal symptoms, such as diarrhea and vomiting. This page describes other oxycodone withdrawal symptoms. Oxicodone withdrawal is a common misspelling of oxycodone withdrawal.

Oxocodone

This selection from the eMedTV Web library explains how oxycodone works to treat pain. This page also describes the factors that may affect your dosage and lists some general precautions with the drug. Oxocodone is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxycodeine

As this eMedTV page explains, oxycodone is an ingredient found in many prescription pain relievers. This page also describes the various available forms of oxycodone and covers its potential for abuse. Oxycodeine is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxycoden

Oxycodone, a type of opioid narcotic, is found in many prescription pain relievers. This page of the eMedTV Web library provides a brief overview of the drug and offers some general dosing guidelines. Oxycoden is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxycodene

This eMedTV Web article features a brief overview of oxycodone, an ingredient found in many prescription pain relievers. This page also describes possible side effects and some general precautions. Oxycodene is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxycodin

As a type of opioid narcotic, oxycodone medications can help treat pain. This eMedTV Web segment provides a brief overview of oxycodone, including how it works and some of its potential side effects. Oxycodin is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxycodine

A doctor may prescribe medications that contain oxycodone to treat pain. This eMedTV Web resource offers a brief description of oxycodone and explains what to tell your doctor before taking it. Oxycodine is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxycodine Overdose

If you think you have taken too much oxycodone, seek immediate medical care. This eMedTV page further discusses the potential dangers of an oxycodone overdose, including possible symptoms. Oxycodine overdose is a common misspelling of oxycodone overdose.

Oxycodon

Oxycodone is an opioid narcotic found in many prescription pain medications. This eMedTV Web page takes a brief look at oxycodone, including how it works, possible side effects, and various forms available. Oxycodon is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Oxycodone

Oxycodone is a type of narcotic found in many prescription pain medications. This eMedTV Web segment describes how the drug works, lists potential side effects that may occur, and explains what you should be aware of before using this medication.

Oxycodone 10 mg

This eMedTV article explains that 10 mg oxycodone tablets are available in short-acting and long-acting forms. This page further discusses oxycodone, including whether this drug is available as a generic. This page also links to more detailed information.

Oxycodone 20 mg

As this eMedTV segment explains, 20 mg oxycodone tablets are available in short-acting and long-acting forms. This article further discusses the 20 mg tablets, and also offers a link to more information on other forms of oxycodone medications.

Oxycodone 30 mg

As this eMedTV page explains, 30 mg oxycodone tablets are available in short-acting and long-acting forms. This article further discusses oxycodone tablets, and also offers a link to more information on other forms of oxycodone medications.

Oxycodone 40 mg

As this eMedTV segment explains, 40 mg oxycodone tablets are available in short-acting and long-acting forms. This article takes a closer look at oxycodone, including whether it comes as a generic. This page also links to more detailed information.

Oxycodone 5 mg

As this eMedTV page explains, 5 mg oxycodone tablets, capsules, and oral solution are just some of the various forms of oxycodone that are available. This article provides a list of other forms and strengths of oxycodone that are available.

Oxycodone Abuse

As this eMedTV page explains, oxycodone has a significant potential for both physical and psychological dependence and abuse. This article further discusses the abuse of oxycodone, including possible signs that a person may be abusing this pain medicine.

Oxycodone Addiction

People can become addicted to oxycodone. This eMedTV resource lists common signs of addiction and explains where you can get help for this problem. This page also describes the difference between addiction and physical dependence on the drug.

Oxycodone and Breastfeeding

It is generally recommended to avoid taking oxycodone if you are nursing. This eMedTV page further explores breastfeeding and oxycodone, including details on how this medication passes through breast milk and the problems it may cause in a nursing baby.

Oxycodone and Constipation

As this portion of the eMedTV Web library explains, constipation is a likely and expected side effect of oxycodone. This article also explains that if constipation occurs while taking oxycodone, you should talk to your doctor about using a laxative.

Oxycodone and Pregnancy

Research on pregnancy and oxycodone indicates that this medication is unlikely to cause birth defects. As this eMedTV page explains, however, oxycodone is a narcotic and may cause withdrawal symptoms (such as a rapid heart rate) in an infant after birth.

Oxycodone Dosage

In general, most people will start with a short-acting oxycodone product at a low dosage. This eMedTV page offers more detailed information on dosage recommendations for oxycodone, including tips on effectively and safely using this medication.

Oxycodone Drug Interactions

Muscle relaxants, sleep medicines, or antidepressants may cause serious drug interactions with oxycodone. This eMedTV article lists other products that may interfere with oxycodone and describes the complications that these interactions may cause.

Oxycodone HCL Medication Information

This page of the eMedTV Web site takes a look at important information on oxycodone HCl, a medication used for pain relief. This page also explains why oxycodone HCl may not be suitable for some people and describes possible side effects.

Oxycodone Hydrochloride

Oxycodone hydrochloride is an ingredient found in many prescription pain medications. This eMedTV article offers a brief overview of this medication, including information on its potential for abuse, possible side effects, and general precautions.

Oxycodone Maximum Dosage

As this eMedTV page explains, the maximum oxycodone dosage will vary, depending on several factors, such as your tolerance to opioid drugs and the severity of your pain. This page further explains why there is no standard maximum dosage for this drug.

Oxycodone Medicine for Pain

As a pain medicine, oxycodone works by binding to opioid receptors throughout the body. This page of the eMedTV Web site takes a closer look at oxycodone, including information on how it works and why it may not be suitable for everyone.

Oxycodone Online

If you are searching for ways to buy oxycodone online, it is important to look for a legitimate pharmacy. This eMedTV page further discusses some tips on how to find a legitimate online pharmacy and why you should not buy oxycodone without a prescription.

Oxycodone Oral

As this page from the eMedTV Web library discusses, oral oxycodone medications may be prescribed to treat pain. This page also describes how these pain medications work, outlines possible side effects, and offers some general safety precautions.

Oxycodone Overdose

Seek immediate medical care if you believe you have overdosed on oxycodone. This eMedTV page provides a list of possible overdose symptoms (such as difficulty breathing, extreme drowsiness, and cardiac arrest) and describes possible treatment options.

Oxycodone Pills

As this eMedTV Web article discusses, oxycodone pills, liquid, and capsules are prescription pain medications. This page offers more detail on oxycodone, including information on its potential for abuse and possible side effects of the medication.

Oxycodone Side Effects

Common side effects of oxycodone may include nausea, headaches, and dizziness. Besides common side effects, this eMedTV Web article also lists potentially serious side effects that require immediate medical attention, such as seizures and confusion.

Oxycodone Uses

As this eMedTV page explains, the primary uses of oxycodone are for treating short-term or long-term pain in adults. However, as this article points out, the drug can also be used "off-label" for pain relief in children or to treat shortness of breath.

Oxycodone vs. Hydrocodone

Although oxycodone and hydrocodone are similar pain relievers, oxycodone is the stronger painkiller. This eMedTV Web page further compares hydrocodone versus oxycodone, including information on the similarities and the differences between the two drugs.

Oxycodone vs. OxyContin

This eMedTV article explores OxyContin vs. oxycodone, explaining how oxycodone is the active ingredient in OxyContin (and several other pain medications). This page also discusses how oxycodone extended release is considered a generic form of OxyContin.

Oxycodone Warnings and Precautions

To ensure proper use of oxycodone, safety precautions for the drug should be reviewed with your doctor. This eMedTV resource contains important warnings and precautions for oxycodone, including information on who should not use this medication.

Oxycodone Withdrawal

If you stop taking oxycodone too quickly, withdrawal symptoms may occur. This eMedTV Web article provides a list of possible symptoms of withdrawal from oxycodone (such as vomiting and diarrhea) and explains how your doctor can help you avoid them.

Oxycodone Withdrawal Symptoms

Vomiting, diarrhea, and sweating are possible withdrawal symptoms of oxycodone. This eMedTV Web segment further explores potential withdrawal symptoms, including information on when they may occur and how to minimize them.

Oxycondone

Oxycodone is an ingredient found in many prescription medications used to treat pain. This eMedTV article describes oxycodone in more detail and offers general precautions for taking the drug. Oxycondone is a common misspelling of oxycodone.

Periformis Syndrome

This selection from the eMedTV Web library offers a brief overview of piriformis syndrome, a neuromuscular disorder. This page also describes possible symptoms and treatment options. Periformis syndrome is a common misspelling of piriformis syndrome.

Pirformis Syndrome

As this eMedTV Web page explains, piriformis syndrome occurs when a muscle in the buttocks compresses the sciatic nerve. This page also covers symptoms and treatment options. Pirformis syndrome is a common misspelling of piriformis syndrome.

Piriformis Syndrome

Piriformis syndrome occurs when the muscle with the same name compresses or irritates the sciatic nerve. This eMedTV article describes the symptoms and treatment options for this condition, which is a rare neuromuscular disorder.

Piriformus Syndrome

Piriformis syndrome occurs when the sciatic nerve is compressed by a certain muscle in the buttocks. This eMedTV article discusses the symptoms and treatments for the condition. Piriformus syndrome is a common misspelling of piriformis syndrome.

Precautions and Warnings With Acetaminophen With Codeine

Acetaminophen with codeine is a narcotic medication with potential for abuse. This page from the eMedTV library lists other precautions and warnings with acetaminophen with codeine, including information on who may not be suitable to take this drug.

Precautions and Warnings With Methocarbamol

If you have kidney disease, you should not use the injectable form of methocarbamol. This eMedTV Web resource covers various precautions and warnings with methocarbamol, including what to discuss with your healthcare provider before taking it.

Precautions and Warnings With Morphine Sulfate

People with Addison's disease, BPH, or asthma may not be able to take morphine sulfate. This eMedTV Web segment contains additional precautions and warnings with morphine sulfate to be aware of before beginning treatment with the medication.

Precautions and Warnings With Propoxyphene/Acetaminophen

It is generally recommended to avoid using propoxyphene/acetaminophen while pregnant. This eMedTV page contains more precautions and warnings with propoxyphene/acetaminophen, including important information on who should not use this medication.