As a doctor of physical therapy, Dr. Betiku understands the importance of core strength and stability, so we asked him to ...

What can a Thai water bug teach us about our muscles, especially the heart? A lot, says Professor of Biological Science Kenneth Taylor. New research by Taylor published today in Science Advances gives ...

Having an itchy muscle is the sensation of an itch that’s not on the surface of the skin but is felt deep under the skin in the muscle tissue. It’s usually present without any rash or visible ...

What Is the Body’s Core? Your body’s core is the term used for the group of muscles within your midsection that stabilize your spine and pelvis. Several muscles and groups of muscles make up the core ...

Muscle contraction is the tightening, shortening, or lengthening of muscles when you do some activity. It can happen when you hold or pick up something, or when you stretch or exercise with weights.