Muscle and joint pain may overlap, but they can have different causes and treatment approaches. Muscle and joint pain can accompany swelling, stiffness, reduced mobility, and other symptoms. This ...

Everyone deals with random aches and pains from time to time. But when it comes to a sharp pain in the front of your thigh, there are several possible causes. The pain may be due to muscle injury, ...

Chest pain can indicate an injury to your ribcage, surrounding muscles, or connective tissue. Pulled muscles, fractured ribs, and arthritis are all potential causes. Your musculoskeletal system ...

Jennifer M. Edwards is a journalist and author and certified personal trainer. She spent several years as the lifestyle editor for several daily newspapers in Texas, New York, and Florida. Her work ...

Strengthening it could be the difference between independence in your later years, or an inability to complete simple daily ...

Repeatedly doing the same type of activity — whether it’s running, lifting or sitting — can have serious downsides. By Hilary Achauer When you head out for your daily run, with each stride you’re ...

Myalgia often results from muscle strain, injury, or overuse. Chronic conditions like fibromyalgia may require treatment to ease myalgia. Using stress management techniques, like journaling, ...