Researchers described what they believe to be the first case of SMA type 4 presenting with a false enlargement of a muscle in ...

As people age, muscles naturally lose mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. The decline can make everyday ...

As people age, muscles naturally lose mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. The decline can make everyday activities harder and increases the risk of falls, disability and early death.

Exploratory Phase 2a study showed consistent and clinically meaningful functional improvements across muscle strength, motor performance, and ...

Olympian Michael Klim forged his reputation on strength and athleticism. But after being blindsided by an incurable ...

A hardworking father-of-three has revealed the warning sign that he had developed motor neurone disease at the age of just 39 ...

Is your backside trying to tell you something? New research suggests that the shape of the GM — not just the size — could be ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Prolonged exposure to air pollution has been linked to an increased risk of serious neurodegenerative diseases, a new study has warned. Swedish scientists found that long-term exposure to air ...

Before Adam Sharples became a molecular physiologist studying muscle memory, he played professional rugby. Over his years as an athlete, he noticed that he and his teammates seemed to return to form ...

Little Mix alum Jesy Nelson shared some personal, heartbreaking news with fans regarding her twin daughters. The 34-year-old revealed in an Instagram video posted Saturday that her 8-month-old girls, ...

Cancer patients often lose excessive amounts of weight. This affects up to 80% of patients and is mainly due to a decrease in muscle mass and fatty tissue. This cancer-induced cachexia (CIC) is ...