Alfie Phillips, who was born with fibular hemimelia, underwent the extramedullary femoral lengthening surgery in March 2025 ...

Heavy leg exercises may increase production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that supports the growth and maintenance of nerves in the brain, Carbone said. This process, called ...

Brenda Ogden lost her waterproof prosthetic leg 10 months ago, and with it, her zest for swimming. Then a local fossil hunter ...

Microscopic tears of the muscle away from the lining of the bone causes the pain. Predisposing factors include overpronation and running on hard surfaces, and shin splints are more common in novice ...

Let’s talk legs: They contain some of the most powerful muscles in the body (including those large muscles in your caboose called the glutes) and keeping them strong and limber is crucial for helping ...

Want more cardio? Focus on the squat and lunge variations below that involve jumping. Amped to build strength? Perform each move slower, like you're moving through peanut butter. Focused on feeling ...

Having a variety of gym equipment at your disposal is not always a guarantee. Life gets in the way, and when you can't make it to the gym, you might be left with those dumbbells gathering dust in your ...

What a Woman’s Legs Really Reveal: Beyond Myths and Misconceptions Legs are often noticed more than we realize. The way ...

The lower leg lies between the knee and ankle and works with the upper leg and foot to help perform key functions. In the leg are a number of bones, muscles, tendons, nerves and blood vessels. These ...

Sharp, shooting leg pain can have many causes, most of which are related to blood flow or an issue with an artery. In some cases, leg pain can be treated at home with lifestyle changes, but there are ...

A leg bypass surgery may be necessary if fatty deposits have clogged a blood vessel, impeding blood flow through the leg. During this surgery, doctors will create a new pathway for blood to travel. If ...

Donna Christiano Campisano is a freelance writer specializing in women and children's health issues. She has written for numerous consumer publications and websites, including Parents, Woman’s Day, ...