A new study suggests the vagus nerve may be one of the heart’s most important defenders against aging. Researchers found that ...

Objective This is an anatomical study of C4 and C5 roots for nerve transfers in upper brachial plexus injuries, with surgical technique demonstration. Methods Fifteen brachial plexuses from both male ...

Chronic sciatica involves symptoms of leg pain, numbness, and weakness that last 12 months or longer. Severe cases of sciatica may need surgery to relieve symptoms. At-home treatments for sciatica ...

From the diaphragm to the pelvic floor, scientists say improving your core strength can protect your spine and help you move with ease into older age. Exercises like the plank train the body’s full ...

As people get older, many notice that their bodies don’t feel as strong as they once did. Climbing stairs might become harder, getting out of a chair may take more effort, and everyday tasks can start ...

1 Department of Neurology A and Neuropsychology, Hospital of Specialties, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco. 2 Department ...

HSS is the #1 orthopedic hospital in the U.S. and a national leader in rheumatology. This content was created by our physicians and experts. By Dan A. Zlotolow, MD, FAOA Families of children with ...

Working out your muscles may help heal your nerves after injury, by encouraging those neurons to grow faster. In a new study of mouse cells, scientists found that both the biochemical and mechanical ...

Lately, conversations around health have increasingly focused on nerve health—a critical yet often neglected area. In my journey, I’ve seen friends and family grapple with nerve-related issues, which ...

The hypoglossal nerve is one of the 12 cranial nerves arising from the brain. It's a paired nerve, and you have two — left and right. Together, the two hypoglossal nerves control the muscles of the ...