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What is Myofascial Pain Syndrome?
Myofascial (my-oh-fass-shal) Pain Syndrome
(MPS) is a painful condition that is characterized
by localized pain, muscle tenderness, decreased
range of motion, mood and sleep problems.
The pain in MPS most commonly occurs in the
head, neck, shoulders, arms, legs and lower
back. However, it can occur in any muscle
group.
MPS is not life-threatening and rarely worsens
over time if treated properly. Most people with
MPS report feeling some pain all the time.
However, the pain intensity can vary with the
time of day, physical activity, and the presence
of stressful situations. People with MPS often
have problems with their mood, namely anxiety
and depression.
How is Myofascial Pain Syndrome
diagnosed?
There is no specific laboratory test to correctly
diagnose MPS. MPS is diagnosed by the pres-
ence of multiple sore spots or trigger points in
the muscles. When these trigger points are
touched, pain may be felt in other parts of the
body. This is called referred pain. Additional
symptoms used to diagnose MPS include im-
paired range of motion, mood disturbance,
muscle tenderness, and sleep problems.
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