Think muscle twitches are harmless? Think again. Discover the hidden health risks and learn when to take action.

A muscle spasm, also known as a cramp, twitch or charley horse, is the sudden and involuntary forced contraction of a muscle. Experts weigh in on what's behind this sudden discomfort, when to be ...

Muscle twitching is a significant cause for concern when accompanied by other neurological symptoms such as muscle weakness, numbness, or tingling, Dr. Jacobson says. “In those situations, a good ...

Parkinson's patients who experience uncontrollable spasms could be treated with a course of ketamine, researchers have found ...

Celine Dion celebrated the New Year with a heartfelt message after making a shocking musical comeback amid her health battle. She shared a note of gratitude and hope with her fans via Instagram.

Muscle spasms can be a source of considerable pain in many people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Muscles clench and just won't relax, sometimes in spite of multiple treatments. These ...

There are many prescription and over-the-counter medications available that can provide relief for muscle spasms and muscle spasticity. Muscle relaxers, or muscle relaxants, are medications used ...

Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is a rare movement disorder that causes involuntary muscle contractions on one side of the face. It typically starts with painless but annoying twitching around one eye. Over ...

Two patients are presented with muscle spasms in an amputation stump. Neither patient experienced neuropathic pain nor phantom sensations, though phantom sensory phenomena, severe pain, and lack of ...

Dr. Fahmida Sikandari called the tetanus vaccine the best way to prevent the disease. Currently, the vaccine is provided free ...