The best treatment varies from one case to another. The same is with the type of pain you are experiencing. However, many over-the-counter pain medications, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or naproxen sodium (Aleve), can help relieve occasional pain. But these medications are most helpful in dealing with the pain triggered by activity your muscles and joints aren’t used to. Else you can make healthy changes in your daily routine, use good posture, keep moving, avoid smoking and manage weight.