Most people have likely had the unpleasant experience of a muscle cramp, also known as a charley horse or muscle spasm. And while most cramps will quickly go away on their own, there are a few helpful ...

Poor sleep, difficulty moving and injuries from hitting something accidentally are just some of the challenges faced by suffers of often-painful involuntary muscle spasms. However, a new study ...

Carpopedal spasms are frequent and involuntary muscle contractions in the hands and feet. In some cases, the wrists and ankles are affected. Carpopedal spasms are associated with cramping and tingling ...

Q: What is stiff person syndrome with which Celine Dion was diagnosed? A: Stiff-person syndrome (SPS) is a rare neurological disease affecting about 1or 2 out of a million people that may cause the ...

You've likely heard of sciatica before. The shooting pain that runs down your lower back, buttocks and leg can disrupt your daily routine and linger for months. But if you've tried traditional ...

If you deal with daily chronic pain like me, you're willing to try almost anything to find relief. Enter the foam muscle roller, which is going to be your new best friend. While searching for the best ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Proctalgia fugax causes short ...

Causes of back spasms range from poor posture or minor muscle strains to underlying health conditions like osteoarthritis. Lifestyle changes and home remedies can help to relieve symptoms, along with ...

Pelvic pain associated with endometriosis often becomes chronic and can persist (or recur) following surgical and hormonal interventions. Treating pelvic floor muscle spasm with botulinum toxin may ...