How firmly you can squeeze your hand provides clinicians with a snapshot into your overall health—with studies consistently ...

Background Finger extension weakness could be a presentation of either posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) syndrome or multifocal motor neuropathy (MMN). However, there is a delay in the diagnosis of ...

Dumbbells allow you to train every muscle group, including the forearms. The forearms are among the hardest working muscles in most upper-body workouts. Yet, many lifters have woefully underdeveloped ...

1 Faculty of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Reiwa Health Science University, Fukuoka, Japan. 2 Faculty of Physical Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Reiwa Health Science University, ...

Objective This study aimed to investigate how knee extensor and flexor strength change over time after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Design Systematic review with longitudinal meta ...

Abstract: With the distal (DIP) and proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joints in maximum extension and the metacarpophalangeal (MP) joints in maximum extension including hyperextension, external ...

Alec Regimbal is a politics reporter at SFGATE. He graduated from Western Washington University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. A Washington State native, Alec previously wrote for the Yakima ...

Tennis elbow is as synonymous with tennis as Wimbledon and Roger Federer, but the lack of understanding of this ailment often leads to players having to take time out from the game for months on end.

Discover the correct stretching techniques: Identify the specific muscles you’re targeting with these 30+ common stretches and yoga poses. While many people struggle with flexibility, daily stretching ...

You probably work your biceps and triceps on arm day, but are you remembering your forearms, too? The muscles in your forearms are responsible for a strong grip, as well as balancing out those other ...

Learn about common climbing injuries, effective prevention strategies, and how to recover quickly. Includes essential tips for climber's skin health. Climbing is an exhilarating and rewarding sport ...