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  • How Does the Muscular System Work? (Video) for Kids


    Watch this movie about the muscular system.

  • A to Z: Polymyositis for Parents


    Polymyositis is an uncommon disease that causes muscle weakness, pain, and inflammation. It usually affects adults.

  • A to Z: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) for Parents


    Learn about myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disease that causes weakness in the voluntary muscles.

  • Stretching for Teens


    You may have heard mixed things about stretching before working out. Here are the cold, hard facts on warming up, stretching, and cooling down.

  • Strength Training for Parents


    With a properly designed and supervised program, strength training can be a fun way for kids to build healthy muscles, joints, and bones.

  • Tetanus for Teens


    Tetanus is a bacterial infection that grows in a contaminated wound. Because it can be serious, it's important to get immunized. Find out more.

  • A to Z: Myositis for Parents


    Learn about causes of muscle weakness and conditions that affect muscles and muscle tissue.

  • Muscular Dystrophy for Parents


    Muscular dystrophy is a disorder that weakens a person's muscles over time. People who have the disease can gradually lose the ability to do everyday tasks.

  • Infant Botulism for Parents


    Infant botulism can happen if a baby ingests bacteria that make toxins inside the body. Treatment can help a baby who gets it recover fully.

  • A to Z: Myoclonus for Parents


    Learn more about the central nervous system and symptoms of nervous system disorders.