Myofascial pain syndrome (Office Syndrome)
Myofascial pain syndrome (Office Syndrome) Dr.Paraminth Chaivibulphol Nowadays myofascial pain syndrome has become very common, due to repetitive work in front of computers. We hardly walk, stand, or even move. Moreover, while we use our mobile phones to text or otherwise, our heads tilt forward and shoulders curve. Consequently, we develop back and neck pain. This phenomenon is known as “Text Neck”. Text neck can lead to myofascial pain syndrome in the head, neck and shoulder region. Myofascial pain syndrome can be temporary relieved by massage. However, if the posture is not corrected, it will become chronic and dangerous to your musculoskeletal system. Moreover, myofascial pain is strongly related to migraine. If you suffer from severe migraine, myofascial pain syndrome treatment together with migraine prevention medicine is the best remedy. Contents What is myofascial pain syndrome? What causes myofascial pain syndrome? What are myofascial pain symptoms? Who is at risk of myofascial pain syndrome? Myofascial pain treatment Where to treat myofascial pain syndrome? What are the options? Summary What is myofascial pain syndrome? Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic pain disorder, whereby pressure on sensitive points in your muscles (trigger points) causes pain in the muscle and sometimes in seemingly unrelated parts of your body. This is called referred pain. >Back to contents What causes myofascial pain syndrome? Myofascial pain syndrome is caused by repetitive muscle work. This can be due to repetitive motions used in jobs or hobbies, or
