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Myofascial Pain
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What Is It?
What Are the Symptoms?
What Causes It?
Treatment Options
Resources and Suggestions
Información
en Español
What Is It?
Myofascial (my-oh-FAY-shall) pain is a condition that causes pain in the broad muscle
overlying your shoulder blade and spine. It usually affects people over 30 (unless they
are very active in sports). It usually lasts a short time, unless involved tissues are
continuously irritated.
What Are the Symptoms?
Symptoms include trigger points that when touched can produce a shooting pain that
travels down your shoulder to your arm and back.
What Causes It?
It is caused by the strain or improper use of a muscle.
Treatment Options
- Braces or slings
- Exercise
- Heat/cold
- Medications: Corticosteroids, NSAIDs
- Rest
- Surgery (rare)
Resources and Suggestions
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- Arthritis Today magazine -- Search for more information or visit Your Arthritis Store to subscribe on-line!
- Your Arthritis Store -- books, newsletters, Arthritis Foundation membership, videos and more.
- Arthritis Today Drug Guide
- Alternative and Complementary Therapies
- Arthritis Today Supplement Guide
- Frequently asked questions about arthritis, treatments and coping skills.
- Arthritis in children, teens and young adults. Check out the information for parents and teachers, too!
- How to Care for Yourself
- Remember, you're not alone! Connect with other people on Message Boards.
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