Myofascial Pain Information

Myofascial pain (also known as myofascial pain syndrome) centers around sensitive points in your muscles called trigger points. It has been linked to headaches, jaw pain, neck pain, low back pain, pelvic pain, and arm and leg pain. As opposed to fibromyalgia's more generalized pain, myofascial pain usually targets a more localized or specific area of the body, often with severe pain. The following articles provide more information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of myofascial pain, including trigger point therapies.

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Introduction

Myofascial pain differs from ordinary, occasional muscle pain in that it continues or worsens, rather than improving. Treatment options vary, but physical therapy, trigger point injections,...

Myofascial Pain

Myofascial pain, also known as myofascial syndrome and myofascial pain syndrome, centers around sensitive points in your muscles called trigger points. It has been linked to headaches, jaw pain, neck...

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