Repeated exercise, or wasting, can change the way key genes work.

A new discovery may explain why so many people abandon cholesterol-lowering statins because of muscle pain and weakness.

You’re hitting the gym regularly, following workout plans, and pushing yourself harder each week. But somehow, you keep getting injured — your back aches, your knees hurt, or your hips feel tight no ...

A 31-year-old man ignored what he thought was gym-related muscle pain, only to learn it was an early sign of a serious and ...

Muscle injuries are among the most prevalent musculoskeletal conditions in athletes, contributing significantly to morbidity and time lost from competition. The use of ultrasound (US) is advantageous ...

Ayurveda considers the cause of muscle pains, stiffness, and spasms to be Vata Dosha exacerbation since it handles movement ...

Squat mistakes, like rounding your back, can increase injury risk and reduce results. Here's how to stop doing them.

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Rhabdomyolysis is a condition in which muscle damage—often caused by drug intake—can lead to impaired kidney function and ...

Chest pain can be disconcerting, but it’s important to remember that not all discomfort signals a serious health condition like a heart attack. In fact, the culprit behind the pain in your chest may ...