Myofascial pain syndrome is also known as chronic myofascial pain. The disease is characterized by chronic muscle pain. The pain can affect the whole body, but neck, shoulder, back pain are the most common and significant. The pain worsens if you sit, stand or keep a position for a long time. Another character of the disease is that you can find some soreness points among a large piece of muscles. Mild myofascial pain can be improved by more rest, ice pad, hot pad, muscle or massage. Painkillers can also help. Treatment options for severe pain include physical therapy and trigger point injections.
How is Myofascial pain syndrome treated in practice?