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How can I soothe my muscle pain?

Hi, my shoulder and neck muscles have been aching pretty badly for a while now, probably because my sleeping positions and because I sit in front of my computer for most of the day. I wanted to know how I can help soothe this pain. I have this ‘ice hot’ cream/lotion that I can apply to it, but it only helps temporarily. I feel really unhealthy, so if there’s anything I can eat/stay away from or some sort of exercise I can do to help this matter, that would help a lot! Thanks!!!

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Stretch after you wake up. Or you could just change your sleeping position. Usually for me it goes away by itself.
by: Vincent
on: 13th December 12

Pain in muscles in arms and legs?

I have had bronchitis last summer, started experiencing back pain, got diagnosed with bronchitis again. I was given antibiotics and now, 6 days in to the cure Ive started experiencing joint and muscle pain in my legs and arms. The doctor said it was because of the the antibiotics, but Im not sure, and im really worried. Any advice is appreciated, thanks!

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problems from diabetes? Avoid sugar. get tested
by: rob d
on: 20th December 11

Why does my left calf have this constant pain when I run?

Swim season has recently ended so I’m transitioning back to running. On the second day, I noticed whenever I run I have this slight pain in my left calf. It doesn’t hurt a lot but it only comes when I run and it won’t go away. I have tried applying a hot pad and then bengay. Nothing seems to help. Thanks!

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back pain or any other types of back pain should really be checked out by a medical professional, the trouble with back pain is there can be numerous causes from muscle cramping pains, general aches or possibly full blown denerative disc disease. Its for these reasons seeing a dr is crucial. If your over 40 years old then degenerative disc disease might be the problem.
by: Jan
on: 19th February 13

I feel extreme fatigue, back pains and stiff muscles?

I have been to my GP however they claim my fatigue is due to my muscle pain. This has been going on for a year and I would like some suggestions. Thanks :)

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hello. i would see a different GP as you aren’t getting anywhere with this one. have you had any blood tests done? you may be deficient in iron, vitamin B12, potassium or vitamin D there is also a blood test to check for muscle damage. if you are no further ahead then ask for a referral to a rheumatologist.

you may have disc or joint problems in your vertebrae or you may have chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia. there are many possible reasons for your symptoms and they need exploring. if you get no where with a rheumatology don’t give up and ask to see a neurologist as well.

the stiff and painful muscles and back pain may be because of nerve trouble. a neurologist can order a nerve conduction test and also an MRI of your spine. if there is still no answer then there is always the pain clinic for patients with chronic pain.

are you on pain relief? if not why not? i am on strong pain relief everyday including buprenorphine and morphine. my illness is still unnamed but is similar to MS. strong muscle spasms are very painful and i find the muscle relaxant tizanidine helps a lot. diazepam can be used but is obviously addictive. baclofen is another effective muscle relaxant that a GP can prescribe. amitriptyline is an antidepressant that helps with pain and sleep.

if you still end up no where ask your GP to refer you to Bath Royal National Hospital For Rheumatic Diseases. after a consultation they often invite patients back for a residential stay to diagnose and work out a treatment plan. when i was there there were patients all the way from scotland. it is a national hospital open to anyone for neuro rehabilitation, rheumatology, chronic pain and chronic fatigue syndrome/ME.

i know you’re tired and it’s been a year already but you need to find answers. keep a record of all your test results, get recommendations for who to see and which drugs to try, research possible conditions and treatments. if a treatment is approved by NICE you have the right to receive it. soon there won’t be an NHS so get x-rayed, scanned and prodded while you can.

if you honestly can’t work you need to find a specialist to support your claim for disability benefits. if you can work carry on as it’s the best thing for you mentally. if it gets tough maybe reduce your hours slightly. Disability Living Allowance is paid even if you work.

lastly if you have a camcorder do your own sleep study. if you are waking up often in the night because of your pain you have discovered the reason for your fatigue. i also recommend seeing an osteopath. best wishes, A x
by: Autumn
on: 19th October 12

While on high blood pressure medicine would it hurt to take a muscle relaxer?

My dad is currently on blood pressure medicine and cholesterol medicine. He recently pulled something in his back and can verily walk. Would it affect him if he was to take a muscle relaxer to relieve the pain. He wont go to the doctor for he dont want to miss work. Thanks for any suggestions and comment.

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Call your pharmacist and ask them the question, tell them what he is taking for the bp and cholesterol and ask if it would be ok to take the muscle relaxer, give them the name of it and if there would be any interactions.

In the mean time your dad can try either heat from a heating pad and if that doens’t help he could try an ice pack, 10 minutes on 10 minutes off, he should try the ice first to try to alleviate the swelling, heat would be to relax the muscles. But its one or the other, not both ok, depending on which one makes him feel better.

he will have to be rather stationary for awhile to give this time to heal up.
by: detta
on: 6th September 10

Does anyone know which excercise is best for supraspinatus and deltoid muscles ?

I am seeking adv from doctors or experts only , and i would appreciate if you could send me some phono or short clip showing best excercises for said muscles i have pain since long ago in said area and is so weak need good excercies which also relive tandons pain in shoulder muscles . many thanks for your vido clips or photos .

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go to your doctor, YA is full of kids thinking they know stuff about muscle gain and weight loss
by: George A
on: 18th July 09

What do you do about a pulled muscle?

A few days ago my husband pulled his back thigh muscle and is having pain. What should he to do help it heal? We have already tried Bengay for the past 2 days and the pain is still the same. Thanks for your help.

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use a heating pad i have pulled many muscles bc i dance. i has always done the trick 4 me. also it may her but some times it is good to keep stretching it out. good luck
by: lovedance14
on: 5th August 10

My girlfriend is having chest pains when breathing?

Okay so her mom cares nothing about her, she told her it was nothing. She starting getting chest pains about 3 days ago, not like muscle pains more like lung pains. She told me its like if it was at the bottom of your lungs. Anything she can do to get rid of it? Is it really nothing? Is it like pneumonia? Please anybody answer. Thanks

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why do you say that her Mom does not care?

Sure she cares, you know that straight up.
by: Intelligent Pickle
on: 3rd November 12

How to stop muscle pain after working out?

I think I strained my muscles while doing sit ups yesterday and today I have really bad pain in that area and it kinda hurts it when I pee I don’t know the technical way to say this but it feels like my pee tube (Is ashamed for saying that) is being stretched and it also feels that way sometimes when I just move to quickly? What exactly have I done to myself? And how long will it take to fix itself?
Ok thanks for answering :)

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I don’t think you strained or pulled anything. You could’ve but I doubt. Your muscles have fibers that are ripped apart and are repairing. Anytime you don’t use a muscle enough and then suddenly use it repeatedly and at high intensity, it will hurt for a few days.

Just stay hydrated, eat plenty of food and plenty of food that contains protein, and sleep. You need your sleep more than usual to let your body take care of itself.

Also crunches are more effective than situps. Situps use other body parts to thrust you up each repetitions. Try crunches. Do the crunches that require you to touch your elbows to your thighs each repetition. Also be sure to have the very top of your back and shoulders to hit the floor every rep. Your head does not have to.
by: wolfpack1jmb
on: 27th August 10

what is the best muscle pain cream/gel?

I have very sore muscles, so I was wondering what is the best muscle pain cream. I want a cream that will last for a few to several hours and works right away. thanks

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Topical NSAIDs such as diclofenac, which is available over the counter, has a limited effect on local muscle injury pain and might be useful.
by: Dr Frank
on: 23rd November 10


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