Medical research

Study offers new insights into the mechanics of muscle fatigue

A study in The Journal of General Physiology examines the consequences of muscle activity with surprising results, indicating that the extracellular accumulation of potassium that occurs in working muscles is considerably ...

Health

For those with HIV, symptom burden higher in women

(HealthDay)—The burden of two of the most common symptoms in patients living with HIV—fatigue and muscle aches/joint pains—is higher in women, according to a study published online March 5 in Menopause.

Health

'Tech neck' is a pain in more than just the neck

The typical average adult head weighs approximately 10–12 pounds. But did you know that bending it forward at a 45-degree angle to look at a cellphone or tablet can dramatically increase your chances to have "tech neck?"

page 4 from 6