Dementia is the leading cause of disability and dependency among older adults globally. In 2021, 57 million people had dementia worldwide, and every year, nearly 10 million new cases arise. While most ...

A top neurologist has cautioned that early signs of dementia may first appear in the legs, manifesting as reduced strength, ...

Common causes of low back pain include muscle strain, trauma, osteoporosis, and autoimmune disorders.

My wife (age 59) has very poor leg strength. This has been the case for a number of years now, and her deceased mother had similar problems. Walking up a flight of stairs, especially if they are ...

A tight feeling in the calves can be uncomfortable and cause difficulty walking. Tight muscles may result from overuse or cramps, but several treatments and stretches can help. The calf muscles, or ...

Dear Dr. Gott: You have written several times about restless legs syndrome, but I feel you left out one very important thing. Were any of these people taking statin drugs? I took simvastatin for four ...