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  • What's a Strain? for Kids


    A strain happens when a muscle gets stretched too far.

  • Pompe Disease for Parents


    Pompe disease is a rare genetic condition that makes muscles get weaker over time.

  • Your Muscles for Kids


    You have more than 600 muscles in your body! They do everything from pumping blood throughout your body to helping you lifting your heavy backpack. Find out more.

  • Hamstring Strain for Teens


    A hamstring strain happens when one or more of the muscles in the back of the leg gets stretched too far and starts to tear. Find out how to treat hamstring strains in this article for teens.

  • Myasthenia Gravis for Parents


    Myasthenia gravis (or myasthenia) happens when voluntary muscles get weaker. Treatments can help symptoms.

  • Groin Strain for Teens


    A groin strain is when one or more of the muscles in the inner thigh gets stretched, injured, or torn. Find out what to do for groin strains.

  • Why Exercise Is Wise for Teens


    Getting the right amount of exercise can rev up your energy levels and even help you to feel better emotionally. Find out why.

  • What Causes Muscle Twitches? for Teens


    Find out what the experts have to say.

  • Juvenile Dermatomyositis for Parents


    Juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) is an autoimmune disease that makes muscles, skin, and sometimes other organs become inflamed or damaged.

  • Becker Muscular Dystrophy for Parents


    Becker muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder that gradually makes the body's muscles weaker and smaller. It causes less severe problems than the most common type of MD, Duchenne muscular dystrophy.