friend

It really depends on how they are hurting. Physical? Emotional? Because of a friend, lover, parent, boss? Really in the grand scheme of things the best way to help a hurting friend is to be there in what ever way they need you. Sometimes listening, sometimes doing things they need done, sometimes taking them out for the evening just to forget. Again it all depends on the type of "hurt". Best of luck with your friend. :)

Always be there to lend a hand in whatever situation that friend is, give comfort, etc.