The mechanism of skeletal muscle contraction is a process that relies on calcium signaling. However, the physiological role of calcium-induced calcium release (CICR) through the ryanodine receptor ...

Researchers engineered mice with a mutation (E3896A) in the RyR1 calcium-binding site, eliminating calcium-induced calcium release (CICR) without affecting depolarization-induced calcium release. The ...

Researchers engineered mice with a mutation (E3896A) in the RyR1 calcium-binding site, eliminating calcium-induced calcium release (CICR) without affecting depolarization-induced calcium release.

When we think about the heart, we imagine the organ in our chest that keeps us alive. But did you know your legs, more specifically your calf muscles, have a heart-like function as well? Experts often ...

"Muscle Mates™ is an exciting step forward in functional nutrition," said Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods. "Our goal is to bring together the best of performance and wellness by offering ...

There are two classes of muscle relaxers. Antispasmodics reduce spasms by inhibiting signals in the brain, while antispastics affect the spinal cord and reduce muscle tightness and spasms. While ...

Trainer BodyByMark’s viral street interviews reveal the simple fitness habits and motivation that keep real people healthy and consistent.

The stats are pretty alarming: muscle mass declines 3-8% per decade after age 30, and the rate of loss accelerates even more after age 60. The good news? It's never too late to start moving, and ...

Depending on the cause, physical therapy, massage, stretching, yoga, relaxation, heat, or other therapies may help release chronically tight muscles. Various factors can cause chronically tight or ...