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.

Muscle knots, known as trigger points, can cause pain in the neck, back, and shoulders — and Dr. Lacy Anderson says injections offer fast, effective relief.

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Tourists have been issued a travel warning for one popular island destination after an outbreak of a painful virus.

This is about a personal experience. For years, I’ve nursed some discomfort on the left side of my lower back. Pain would come and go at a tolerable level. I figured it had to do with poor posture, ...

Griffith University researchers are on the cusp of a new vaccine to prevent chikungunya, a global health threat which attacks ...

Ice helps reduce swelling and pain by narrowing blood vessels and limiting blood flow. You can use heat to relax tight muscles and improve blood flow after 48-72 hours of injury. Applying ice for ...

The Chirp Halo is an at-home device that comes with two small magnetic devices (or “pucks”) that attach to sticky pads on ...

Question: After switching to a standing desk, I’ve developed lower back pain. Any advice? Not sure if it’s bad posture or something more serious.