You're relaxing on the sofa when suddenly your eyelid starts twitching. Or perhaps it's a muscle in your arm, your leg, or ...

A new discovery may explain why so many people abandon cholesterol-lowering statins because of muscle pain and weakness. Researchers found that certain statins can latch onto a key muscle protein and ...

Statins are a cornerstone of heart health, but muscle pain and weakness cause many patients to quit taking them. Scientists have now identified the precise molecular trigger behind these side effects.

Although creatine is a naturally-occurring compound in the body, more and more people are using powders to enhance their ...

A gene known as ACTN3 (α-actinin-3) has earned the nickname “the gene for speed,” and it may have an influence on how androgens work through the androgen receptor to maintain muscle mass. Research has ...

Creatine causes temporary water weight gain but enhances muscle growth. It increases body water while boosting strength and ...

These tender bumps in your neck or back can be a pain, but a few research-backed strategies can help to relieve discomfort. By Danielle Friedman If you’ve ever had a shoulder massage or used a foam ...

Kirstyn Hill has worked as a clinical pediatric and women’s health pharmacist since 2020. She was driven to work with a patient population that is not often able to easily speak up for themselves and ...

Infectious agents can cause muscle twitching and spasms, too. The most commonly known is probably tetanus, which causes a phenomenon called lockjaw, where the neck and jaw muscles contract to the ...