Muscle twitches fall into two main types. There’s myoclonus, where a whole muscle or group of muscles twitch or spasm. Then ...

Muscles make up nearly 40% of the human body and power every move we make, from a child's first steps to recovery after injury. For some, however, muscle development goes awry, leading to weakness, ...

The dad of a child left severely disabled by a muscle wasting disease has accused the government of “playing God”. The Mirror is campaigning for the UK to join most other developed nations in ...

As people age, muscles naturally lose mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. The decline can make everyday activities harder and increases the risk of falls, disability and early death.

The mother of a four-year-old boy with a rare muscle disease says screening newborn babies for the condition could "save lives". Amy, 37, from Henleaze in Bristol, said early detection of spinal ...

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD A large prospective study suggests that a routine creatinine blood test may help flag people at higher risk of osteoporosis and fractures, revealing a narrow “sweet spot” where ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Body aches and muscle pain can come from many causes, including arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, overuse, the flu, COVID-19, and fibromyalgia. Turmeric may reduce certain types of pain. Heat therapy ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...