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Damage to the muscles of the pelvic floor can cause pain in the vagina, stomach, and back, as well as affecting muscles in other areas. Some factors that can increase the risk of pelvic floor ...

There are numerous causes of neck pain; when associated with the common cold or similar illnesses like sinus infections, a handful of factors are usually to blame. In general, cold and flu viruses ...

Muscle contusions are very common sports injuries, second in frequency in athletes only to muscle strains. Most frequently seen in participants in contact sports such as football, rugby, and lacrosse, ...

Eating a high protein diet, doing resistance training, and scheduling recovery time are some ways to help maintain muscle mass while losing weight. Many people seek fat loss as a goal, but they ...

Learn more Browsing the topical pain relief aisles can be overwhelming. When choosing the best muscle rub to help manage your pain, you want to look for quick but long-lasting relief and a clear ...

Minor muscle spasming can occur due to health conditions like nutrient deficiencies. More severe twitching can be a symptom of serious health conditions, including those affecting the nervous system.

“A Real Pain,” which earned Kieran Culkin a Golden Globe on Sunday night, is available to rent/purchase on all digital platforms. It will become available to stream for Hulu subscribers on Ja ...

Coccydynia is the medical name for pain in the tailbone. It can occur if a person injures or strains their coccyx or the surrounding muscles and ligaments. People may find the pain worse when they ...

Lauren Del Turco is a health and wellness writer, editor, and content strategist who's work has appeared in Women's Health, Cosmopolitan, Health, and more. She is also an ACE-certified personal ...

This pain is driving me mad. The phrase comes to mind whenever I catch myself responding angrily or stupidly to some challenge or threat. Who would I be if I didn’t have pain? Would I have acted ...