Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic pain disorder. In myofascial pain syndrome, pressure on sensitive points in your muscles (trigger points) causes pain in seemingly unrelated parts of your body. This is called referred pain.
Myofascial pain syndrome typically occurs after a muscle has been contracted repetitively. This can be caused by repetitive motions used in jobs or hobbies or by stress-related muscle tension.
While nearly everyone has experienced muscle tension pain, the discomfort associated with myofascial pain syndrome persists or worsens. In-office treatment options for myofascial pain syndrome include manual therapies such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy, joint manipulation, Graston technique, posture restoration, and movement based exercise techniques. Ultimately, the successful treatment of myofascial pain syndromes will depend on the identification of the underlying cause of repetitive stress to the neuromuscular system. Home care strategies to address painful myofascial trigger points such as foam rolling, specific stretching, self myofascial release, and postural awareness training.
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