The single most important concept is that “Athletic” and “Muscular” aren’t the same thing. As fitness culture became mainstream (through Instagram, CrossFit, and gym culture), the two terms started to ...

Statins are a cornerstone of heart health, but muscle pain and weakness cause many patients to quit taking them. Scientists have now identified the precise molecular trigger behind these side effects.

Statins have been transformative for many individuals, by lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart problems and stroke. But statins can also cause muscle weakness and pain and in some cases ...

For years, doctors have heard the same complaint from patients on statins: their muscles hurt. Some describe general achiness, others struggle with weakness, and in rare cases, people end up in the ...

Signs of multiple sclerosis may surface years before diagnosis, as patients use healthcare more often for early symptoms.

It's the most common reason patients quit statins, and it's a very real problem that needs a solution," Marks says. A Longstanding Puzzle Around Statin Muscle Pain Scientists have been trying to ...