Objective To determine how distinct combinations of resistance training prescription (RTx) variables (load, sets and frequency) affect muscle strength and hypertrophy. Data sources MEDLINE, Embase, ...

As a doctor of physical therapy, I work with clients every day who are dealing with pain. The pain-medicine industry might tell you there are endless ways to reduce or eliminate pain without lifting a ...

Courtney Southwick is a writer focusing on health, nutrition, and disease. She has been blogging for the past two years at CourtneySouthwick.com. She writes blogs and articles for online publications ...

Some workouts leave you buzzing, muscles pumping, and energy on high. Others leave you wondering if you made any progress at all. The difference often comes down to more than just the weight on the ...

A research group led by Dr. Keisuke Obara, Dr. Kento Yoshioka, and Professor Yoshio Tanaka from the Department of Chemical Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Toho University, has ...

Dystonia is a neurological disorder causing involuntary muscle contractions and abnormal postures. Botulinum toxin (e.g., Botox) is the gold-standard, first-line treatment for focal dystonias, which ...

Diagram showing human arm with triceps contracted and biceps relaxed, in flat medical graphic style, isolated on light background. Concept of muscle movement. Vector illustration Royalty-free licenses ...

Lawrence Hayes has received funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), the Chief Scientist Office (CSO), the RS Macdonald Charitable Trust, and the Physiological Society.

Objective Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is common among females during functional fitness training, such as CrossFit. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of pelvic floor muscle training ...

Share on Pinterest How much protein you need to build muscle can depend on your weight, activity level, and age. Eating too much may have some risks. Getty Images/Alexander Spatari Protein is ...

MICKLETON, N.J. (WPVI) -- Nearly everyone gets a muscle cramp from time to time. When muscle contractions won't stop and can't be controlled, that's called dystonia. A South Jersey man is now sharing ...