Anyone here suffer from Myofascial Pain Syndrome?

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I'd love to chat with someone that's knows what I have
I did in the past, but thank God no more. One of the most helpful therapies for me was a TENS unit. I also wore a splint in my mouth for a couple of years. Flexeril also helped, but made me really sleepy, so I used it only at night. Massage therapy helps, anything that relaxes you will help. Try to find a doc. that specializes in this area and that offers treatments other than just drugs.  (+ info)

Does anybody out there have myofascial pain syndrome?

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Does anybody out there have myofascial pain syndrome? I think I may have it. I haven't been to a doctor about it, but every time I exercise or move "wrong" I am in serious physical pain in my neck, shoulders, back, hip, and knee. I also have IBS and tendonitis in both of my arms. And sometime working out makes my ears and my jaw hurt too. I also have constant tension radiating throughout my body.I don't know what's wrong with me! Please help!!
Okay, so I'm an 18 year old female, who weighs 110. So I'm not worried about my weight.

Oh and Christopher J, have you been diagnosed with myofacial pain syndrome?
I have the same thing, I always just thought it was me!, wow, please get in touch with me.  (+ info)

i was in a automobile accident now i have chronic myofascial pain syndrome, lumbalgia&myospasm?

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If your diagnosis is correct, the remedy would be Myofascial Realease, it is a form of deep tissue massage. Manual physical therapists like me deal with this condition all the time. After your muscles are loosened up you need to start exercising them. Low resistance and with high repetitions. You can go to www.apta.org, our professional organization and you can choose a specific PT who does manual therapy or myofascial release. If your symptoms persist then there might be some other structures involved not just soft tissues like discs, joints, nerves etc. Good luck.  (+ info)

myofascial back pain for life or temporary?

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I have been rear ended in a car accident almost 8 weeks ago. I had been diagnosed with myofacial back pain.. whiplash stage 2 I go to physio which still feels like torture. The insurance company is already trying to settle with me. Curious. I just wonder how long this pain lasts and if it is a temporary thing.
Everybody is different. So I can't tell you how long it will last. Just DO NOT feel rushed to settle w/ the insurance company. Wait until you are feeling better. I had an accident nearly 3 yrs. ago and I am still having issues.  (+ info)

myofascial pain syndrome..help!?

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my good friend has mps (in her back) and has gone through all the physical therapy. she got the injections in her back, and tried stretching with a cooling gel/cream on the area but nothing seems to take the pain away or ease it.

if you know anything about this or have gone through it, what is the best and productive way to help this pain go away?
I have mps as a result of a deteriorating spinal cord. I understand the pain your good friend is going trough and I am sorry to hear about this. The best thing for me is the injections they do not last long and I have to get them quite often (I actually just got back from getting five trigger point injections about an hour ago). I do use narcotics rarely only to help with the post injection pain.

The best thing for me, besides the injections, was a doctor recommended me to look into "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Pain Management" I never actually went to the a therapist, but I looked into to what kind of things the therapist did. CBT Psychologists for pain management basically teach cooping strategies for pain. I would recommend that you look into some of those strategies and stuff for your friend. My doctor stessed to me that the basis of CBT psychology for pain management is not at all demeaning (like they don't treat mental illnesses or anything) they just help live with your physical pain. The only reason your friend might consider actually making a visit to a CBT psychologist is if she needs help practicing the techniques and such. However many of the things can just as easily be learn through self-teaching as I did. I recommend you Google some information on that and see if that points you in a direction your friend might be interested in.

But I have to say most importantly YOU can help her. It seems as though you already are too. For me it took me awhile to realize that what helps me get through the day to day pain is having family and friends. You seem to be a very supportive friend as you are genuinely concerned for her well being by your post here. Make sure she knows you care for her and that you are always there for her as a friend it is hard to explain, but for me it just helps me get through the pain knowing I'm not alone...

Unfortunately there are some days the pain just won't go away I try hot baths, hot pads, ice, sometimes very precises stretches and massages that can be done as directed by a trained doctor. If she is taking pain medication I know that can cause pain through constipation so if that is also happening a doctor can work through that problem separately.

I hope that at least some of this helps there is so much I have learn in the past 3.5 years having MPS. I know some days are even rougher than others, but your friend I hope with the support of family, friends, and good doctors will live a full life. That is my goal, and I am only 18 sometimes I fear what quality of life I have left, but one of the most important things I learned is the pain is much easier to deal with if it is just taken one day at a time.

I wish you and your friend well. Please feel free to e-mail me if there is anything I can do. Honestly my best wishes to her.

Sincerely,
Mike W.K.  (+ info)

Can Lyrica help with my chronic myofascial pain syndrome, when pain isn't my main symptom?

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I don't think I really have fibromyalgia, but I've responded to many of the lifestyle treatments as if I do. I have an intolerance of aerobic exercise, primarily. If I do too much, It'll be just like I have fibromyalgia. But, I'm physically stronger and in much less pain than almost anyone with fibromyalgia. I'm trying to assess whether I should even try the Lyrica, or whether I should throw in the towel and reside myself to becoming a personal chef for myself because diet is more important than medicine with fibro-related problems? I appreciate your thoughts.
If medicine is something you want to try you may want to give Lyrica a go because there have been a lot of good responses in fibro patients. Diet and physical excercise do a lot to manage fibro symptoms but sometimes it is not enough. I know for me major weather changes will induce a flare up.

One thing I remember reading when I was researching lyrica is that some people notice a worsening of symptoms after going off the medication so if you're not looking at it as a long term solution then you might want to try some other options. Best of luck!  (+ info)

Is Chronic Myofascial Pain a RARE problem?

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I have this problem. I was diagnosed by my doctor in 2005. I have had trouble explaining my problem to the ppl I work with. Finally, someone told me that they had studied to be an LPN. I said so you know what this is. She said yes, and that it's rare. Is it truely rare? How much so? Are there any articles you could link me to explaining it?
First, you should get a second opinion. ALWAYS get a second opinion from a qualified physician. An LVN doesn't count.
Secondly, I included several links for myofascial pain syndrome. If you truly have MFP, it is NOT RARE. The safest way to treat it is to find a chiropractor trained in Active Release Technique (ART). These doctors treat all the elite athletes at the Ironman triathlon competitions, as well as average individuals with the same conditions.
A word of warning..... Getting myofascial work tends to hurt, I've had it done on me after intense training and races. But it does get rid of the trigger points which case the radiating pain.  (+ info)

Does Myofascial pain syndrome ever completely go away?

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I was diogonised in late Feb. of this year, I am slowly getting better. I am very afraid of going back to work and having it happen all over again. I have a pretty strenious job(climbing, pulling, lifting and throwing). Once it is cleared up will it stay gone?
Some other symtoms included: I have an almost constant headache. I can't sleep one day then I sleep to much the next I am having mood swings and am very easy to irritate.
Any and all help and ideas would be appericated.
If you can't help don't post your stupid little comments!!
I have fibromyalgia, it's lumped in there with myofacial, and you are just doing to have to manage it. The non sleeping is a big problem in your recovery. You need to get into a sleep pattern, this is when your body heals. My doctor has given me an anti-depressant (doxepin) that makes me sleep and keeps me asleep. I take aleve (4) when the pain gets bad, You are cranky from pain and lack of sleep. One key thing to keep in mind is you have to keep moving, no matter how bad it hurts, even if it's a stroll around the block. You may have to change jobs, I finally quit my job after 25 years. (my husband works). You might notice that when you are sitting in a chair, that it hurts like hell when you get up, try sitting on the sofa with your legs up on the sofa, that will help. If you are feeling like crap then don't push it. If you are feeling good, don't over do it. It's everything in moderation. Google, myofacial syndrome, there is a lot of info out there, on ways to cope.  (+ info)

Fibromyalgia, Myofascial Pain and/or herniated disks ...............?

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How bad did your pain get and did it make you become officially disabled?

Did it ever get better of does it get worse as the years pass?

What parts of your body hurt most and does it fluctuate?
Rev. Michelle - yes, unforunately I do, also the others I listed. I have noticed it getting worse, can hardly get to work some days, wondering what to expect in future. Some of the meds make me sick, others sleepy, can't win!
I also have Fibro., & I am now fighting for my Social Security claim.
At the time of diagnoses (Nov. '05), it had gotten so bad that I could hardly walk-my Dr. tested me for MS. Thankful that I don't have MS, that's for sure.
I have learned that conventional medicine can't touch the pain, but homeopathy sure can!
My Osteopathic Doctor diagnosed me, and at the time he told me "diet, exercise, and research" along with no work lots of rest, and a constitutional homeopathic remedy.
I am for 1 1/2 years now swimming (ideal) or on the treadmill -40 minutes every other day for pain management, HUGE difference!
I do find that the natural supplements/ treatments give me the best pain relief, no side effects, and I can actually say that I am healing.I certainly don't want to stay even at this level of pain for the rest of my life, recovery is possible, it will just always be something that I manage, like diabetes.
Pacing is everything:)
My outer thighs, arms, with back & neck hurt me the most.
Pain indeed fluctuates, with weather (cold), stress, too much or too little exercise.
Check out www.fmnetnews on line, along with rest ministries (if you are so inclined).
Feel free to e-mail me if you'd like.
Take good care.  (+ info)

Some chronic pain syndromes are correlated with certain personality types. Which ones?

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lol neuroscience assignment for miller???  (+ info)

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