Mar 7, 2023 · Overview 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 …

Mar 22, 2025 · Tendinopathy is a term for any condition that affects a tendon. Tendons are cords that attach muscle to bone. Tendinopathy, which can cause pain and tenderness, is common. …

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

Mar 22, 2025 · Physical therapy Physical therapy exercises can help strengthen the muscle and tendon in the affected area. You can do resistance exercises to effectively treat many long …

Oct 11, 2022 · Muscle spasms Swelling Muscle weakness When to see the doctor Mild strains can be treated at home. See a doctor if your symptoms worsen despite treatment — especially …

Peripheral neuropathy can result from traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems, inherited causes and exposure to toxins. One of the most common causes of neuropathy is diabetes.

Mar 4, 2024 · Muscle weakness and a skin rash are hallmarks of dermatomyositis. There's no cure, but treatments can relieve symptoms.

Oct 11, 2022 · Treatment 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. …

Nov 9, 2024 · Esophageal spasms are painful contractions in the muscular tube connecting the mouth and stomach, called the esophagus. Esophageal spasms can feel like sudden, bad …

May 11, 2022 · Costochondritis is sometimes known as chest wall pain syndrome, costosternal syndrome or costosternal chondrodynia. Sometimes, swelling accompanies the pain (Tietze …