Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is an aching pain felt most strongly 24 to 72 hours after the activity. The pain is felt only when the muscle is used, not Read more

Three months ago I wrote about muscle cramps / Charley Horse. This prompted the question: is quinine a good remedy? For centuries the bark of cinchona plants (large shrubs or small Read more

Good News: It usually only lasts a few minutes. Bad News: It can be intense.   These cramps usually start suddenly and without warning. Common causes include muscle stress, vitamin deficiency, or medication side-effect.   What should you do? Stretch, massage and muscle exercises. (Handouts available Read more