Hydration

• Drinking water and staying hydrated will not only help with the painful symptoms of kidney stones but induce the body to pass them.
  
  

Ibuprofen

• Ibuprofen or a similar over-the-counter medication can help as an anti-inflammatory and ease the kidney's bloating.
  
  

Prescribed Pain Medication

• For severe cases, a doctor may prescribe a strong, narcotic pain medication.
  
  

Medical Expulsion Therapy

• Alpha blockers through a medical expulsion therapy may relax the tense muscles and help the kidney stones pass.
  
  

Applied Heat

• Using a heating pad or a hot towel and placing it on the back (the kidney region) can alleviate the pain.