Apr 27, 2023 · Muscle cramp; Muscle strains (An injury to a muscle or to tissue that connects muscles to bones, called a tendon.) Myofascial pain syndrome; Polymyalgia rheumatica; …

Mar 7, 2023 · A muscle cramp is a sudden, unexpected tightening of one or more muscles. Sometimes called a charley horse, a muscle cramp can be very painful. Exercising or working …

Oct 11, 2022 · For immediate self-care of a muscle strain, try the R.I.C.E. approach — rest, ice, compression, elevation: Rest. Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort. But don't …

Oct 11, 2022 · The difference between a strain and a sprain is that a strain involves an injury to a muscle or to the band of tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone, while a sprain injures the …

Mar 22, 2025 · Neuromuscular diseases affect the function of muscles due to problems with the nerves and muscles in your body. The most common sign of these diseases is muscle …

Nov 11, 2022 · To decrease pain, muscle spasm and swelling, apply ice to the injured area for up to 20 minutes several times a day. Ice packs, ice massage or slush baths with ice and water …

Dec 31, 2024 · Leiomyosarcoma is a rare cancer that begins in smooth muscle tissue. Many areas of the body have smooth muscle tissue. Areas with smooth muscle tissue include the …

Apr 10, 2014 · Slowing or reversing muscle loss — Researcher Nathan K. LeBrasseur, Ph.D., discusses the discovery that the growth and differentiation factor-8 functions as a potent …

Motor nerves that control muscle movement. Autonomic nerves that control functions such as blood pressure, sweating, heart rate, digestion and bladder function. Symptoms of peripheral …

Mar 4, 2024 · Dermatomyositis (dur-muh-toe-my-uh-SY-tis) is an uncommon inflammatory disease marked by muscle weakness and a distinctive skin rash. The condition can affect …