Orioles left-hander John Means recently suffered a back muscle strain, with general manager Mike Elias relaying the news to reporters, including Andy Kostka of The Baltimore Banner (Twitter links).

Experiencing back pain when you breathe can be concerning and disruptive to your daily life. This pain—ranging from a dull ache to a sharp, stabbing sensation—may occur between your shoulder blades or ...

There are many reasons why people may experience back pain when sneezing. When a person sneezes, it can trigger symptoms from an existing injury, or the sneeze itself may cause an injury. Some ...

Back pain is an incredibly common issue, affecting millions of people worldwide. It can range from a dull ache to a sharp, debilitating pain that disrupts your daily life. While back pain can have ...

When it comes to back pain, there's good news and bad news. The good news is that back pain is rarely a sign of something serious and is often relatively short-lived. The bad news is that it's a ...

Upper body pain can hit without warning—but not all pain is the same. Some cases are simple muscle strain, while others could indicate a heart attack. Understanding the difference could save your life ...

Back pain is wrapped in persistent myths, but many are far from the truth. From misconceptions about heavy lifting and bed ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. A muscle strain, or a pulled muscle, is among the most common injuries affecting people of all ages, particularly those engaging in ...