Pain (Joint Pain, Muscle Pain, Hip Pain, Knee Pain)
Musculoskeletal pain affects bones, joints, ligaments, tendons or muscles. An injury such as a fracture may cause sudden, severe pain. A chronic condition like arthritis may also cause pain. If musculoskeletal pain interferes with your usual activities, speak with a healthcare provider. The right treatment can help relieve the pain.
Musculoskeletal pain is pain that affects:
Bones
Joints
Ligaments
Muscles
Tendons
Musculoskeletal pain can be acute, meaning it is sudden and severe. Or the pain can be chronic (long-lasting). You may have localized pain (in one area of your body), or it may affect your entire body.
What are the types of musculoskeletal pain?
The most common types of musculoskeletal pain include:
Bone pain: Injuries such as bone fractures or other musculoskeletal injuries cause bone pain. Less commonly, a tumor may cause bone pain.
Joint pain: Stiffness and inflammation often accompany joint pain. For many people, joint pain gets better with rest and worsens with activity.
Muscle pain: Muscle spasms, cramps and injuries can all cause muscle pain. Some infections or tumors may also lead to muscle pain.
Tendon and ligament pain: Ligaments and tendons are strong bands of tissue that connect your joints and bones. Sprains, strains and overuse injuries can lead to tendon or ligament pain.
Causes
Common causes of musculoskeletal pain include:
Bone fractures.
Joint dislocation (when something forces a joint out of its proper position).
Direct blows to muscles, bones or joints.
Overuse injuries.
Symptoms
Your symptoms may vary depending on the cause of your musculoskeletal pain.
Aching and stiffness.
Burning sensations in the muscles.
Fatigue.
Muscle twitches.
Pain that worsens with movement.
Sleep disturbances.
When should I seek care for musculoskeletal pain?
If pain interferes with your daily activities or how well you can function, speak with a healthcare provider. Seek immediate medical help if you have severe pain from a sudden injury.
Treatments
Medicines to relieve pain: After detail history taking and investigations are done doctor can understand the cause of musculoskeletal pain. After this detailed study homeopathic medicines can help you relieve your pain in both acute and chronic conditions. The whole process of inflammation is taken care of by these medicines and also further progress of the disease along with deformity is prevented.
Hot and cold therapy.
Strengthening and stretching exercises where ever needed.
Stress reduction.
Prevention:
Maintaining strong bones and joints is crucial for preventing musculoskeletal pain. You can work to avoid musculoskeletal pain if you:
Limit repetitive movements.
Use good posture.
Practice correct lifting techniques.
Stretch regularly.
How can I best learn to cope with musculoskeletal pain?
To help yourself cope with musculoskeletal pain:
Avoid smoking, which increases inflammation.
Eat a healthy, non-inflammatory diet.
Rest the injured muscle, joint or bone.
Stretch daily or as often as your healthcare provider advises.
Take pain medications as prescribed.
Use ice and heat to decrease swelling and inflammation.
