OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the intra- and inter-rater reliability of pressure pain threshold measurement on myofascial trigger points in the trapezius muscle in women with ...

Abstract: The intensive use of touchscreen mobile devices has been linked to musculoskeletal issues, articularly in the neck and shoulder regions, often referred to as “text-neck.” This study ...

The #1 Rule Experts Say to Follow When You Forget Wet Clothes in the Washer 'He didn't deserve this.' Man fatally shot by Pierce County deputies identified Archaeologists thought they found wires ...

The notion that sitting isn’t good for you isn’t new – but if you think that running regularly cancels out the negative side effects of sitting all day, you’d be wrong. Research indicates that no ...

Physical therapists often use a catchy phrase as a way of encouraging you to move more and sit less—“motion is lotion”. “We lose flexibility as we age,” says physical therapist Dr Robbie Mann, mideast ...

Poor posture, especially when using a computer or phone, can lead to sternocleidomastoid pain, which can be felt in your neck or head. Applying ice or heat and taking over-the-counter pain medication ...

How about tying your shoes? Have you switched to slip-ons? What about reaching over the coffee table to scoop some dip on the other side? Remember when you didn’t think twice about those maneuvers?

Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back ...

Muscle spasticity, a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS), can make everyday movements feel stiff, tight, and painful. Stretching is one way to help reduce some of that discomfort, improve ...

Stop what you're doing and gently stretch the muscle when you have a spasm. Drinking water and eating foods rich in electrolytes can help prevent spasms. Muscle spasms can be caused by dehydration, ...