Symptoms Of Myofascial Pain Syndrome

Persistent Pain

Persistent pain caused by myofascial pain syndrome is sometimes the result of one trigger point, but other times it is the result of many. The persistence of trigger points can lead to changes in the body resulting in the worsening pain (central sensitization) that spreads beyond the initial pressure point. Thus, an individual suffering from this chronic pain condition will experience more and more pain over time unless it is treated.

It is not entirely understood why pain in one part of one’s muscles is caused by pressure being applied in another. What is clear, however, is one of the characteristics of myofascial pain syndrome is unrelenting pain. When a patient has been experiencing this type of pain on an ongoing basis, they require special treatment to help mitigate symptoms. Living with consistent chronic pain is not merely a burden, it is an insurmountable obstacle that can create a major traffic jam on the highway of life. Fortunately, there is a roadmap available that can guide patients toward relief.

Keep reading for more information on symptoms of myofascial pain syndrome.