Learn to distinguish life-threatening heart attack signs from less serious causes of chest pain, and discover when you should ...

Chest pain that comes and goes may be related to the heart, the muscles, the digestive system, or psychological factors. Possible causes include gastrointestinal problems, panic attacks ...

As for the type of pain, a pulled muscle in your chest may feel like stabbing or throbbing that worsens if you move, take a deep breath or press on the area, says Peter DeLuca, MD, an orthopedic ...

Marie Anne August from Devon, England, was at her gym participating in a CrossFit workout when she felt pain in her chest while using a rowing machine. “I was doing high-intensity rowing at the ...

Pain that lingers or grows isn’t trivial—it’s a lung begging for air, with no room for hesitation. Persistent chest discomfort, especially during activity, can signal angina—heart muscle ...

Tight hip flexors, especially a deep muscle called the psoas, can silently stress your spine. Here's why this muscle deserves more attention—and how to strengthen it.

"There are small muscles between the ribs, front and back ... your lungs press the swollen tissue against your chest, which can trigger pain. This pain often starts in your chest but can spread ...

In addition to performing strengthening exercises, people can also perform stretches to help relieve pain and tension in their lower back muscles. These can include knee-to-chest, kneeling ...