The combination of mechanotherapy — the use of mechanical forces to stimulate tissue healing — and anti-inflammatory treatment can help heal damage in aged muscles, according to a new study.

Healthcare professionals often recommend that older adults engage in regular physical activity to promote healthy aging and longevity. In fact, the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans advises ...

As semaglutide sees a surge in use, new research raises questions about the medication’s effects on muscle health. A study published Aug. 5 in Cell Metabolism and led by researchers at Salt Lake ...

MIT scientists find that motor neuron growth increased significantly over 5 days in response to biochemical (left) and mechanical (right) signals related to exercise. The green ball represents cluster ...

New research suggests popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may affect more than just fat, raising questions about muscle strength and organ size after significant weight loss. University ...

Roxana Ehsani, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Board-Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. She works as a media spokesperson, nutrition consultant, recipe developer ...

A new study shows that ultra-processed foods can sneak fat into your thigh muscles, potentially raising your risk of knee osteoarthritis—even if you’re eating the same number of calories and staying ...

Recent research suggests that two 30-minute resistance training sessions a week can boost strength and endurance. Exercising until muscles feel challenged but not maxed out was enough to produce ...

Share on Pinterest A new study shows that people who are heavy drinkers face an increased risk of muscle loss and frailty later in life. Stephen F Kitt Photos/Getty Images A new study shows that ...

Turns out, not all milk goes the extra mile for your muscles and microbiome. A new study from researchers in China analyzed the impact of consuming different types of milk on muscle and bone health ...