Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Date
6-2013
Journal
Pain Therapy
Volume
Volume 2, Issue 1
Inclusive Pages
21-36
Abstract
Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is defined as pain that originates from myofascial trigger points in skeletal muscle. It is prevalent in regional musculoskeletal pain syndromes, either alone or in combination with other pain generators. The appropriate evaluation and management of myofascial pain is an important part of musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and regional axial and limb pain syndromes. This article reviews the current hypotheses regarding the treatment modalities for myofascial trigger points and muscle pain. Through a critical evidence-based review of the pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments, the authors aim to provide clinicians with a more comprehensive knowledge of the interventions for myofascial pain.
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APA Citation
Desai, M. J., Saini, V., & Saini, S. (2013). Myofascial Pain Syndrome: A Treatment Review. Pain and Therapy, 2(1), 21–36.
Open Access
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Comments
Reproduced with permission of Springer Open. Pain Therapy.