Where the pain sits tells you almost everything Muscle pain from a strain or a bad night on the mattress sits low, in the ...

Infections and neurodegenerative diseases cause inflammation in the brain. But for unknown reasons, patients with brain inflammation often develop muscle problems that seem to be independent of the ...

You know that feeling of muscle soreness a day or so after you've done a tough workout? Now imagine that but much more. That's what some people with long COVID face after they exercise. And as NPR's ...

Calf muscle pain is a common problem that can occur after intense exercise, prolonged standing, dehydration, muscle cramps, ...

The cholesterol-lowering drugs can be expected to rarely cause any serious muscle problems, researchers reported June 25 in The Lancet Digital Health. More than 98% of people eligible for statins are ...

Statins have been transformative for many individuals, by lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart problems and stroke. But statins can also cause muscle weakness and pain and in some cases ...

Share on Pinterest There is no reason for statin users to avoid exercise, as long as it is of moderate intensity, a new study finds. Image credit: Jessie Casson/Getty Images. A new study found that ...

Difficulty swallowing is a common problem in older adults. Nerve or muscle problems are often the cause, but the condition can also stem from various health conditions. It can significantly affect a ...

A new study suggests that statins may activate inflammatory "danger signals" inside muscle cells, leading to weakness and muscle loss in susceptible individuals.