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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
The causes of muscle pain can vary. Also called myalgia, aching muscles can be caused by an injury, a symptom of a disease or infection, or a side effect of a medication. Muscle pain can also feel different—aching, cramping, stabbing, or burning—depending on what is causing it. This article explores several possible causes of muscle pain and what you can do about each one. It also highlights which symptoms may warrant a call to your healthcare provider. Verywell / Alexandra Gordon Causes of Localized Muscle Pain Localized muscle pain refers to pain that is centered around one muscle or a group of muscles. Muscle Strain Injuries are a common cause of muscle pain. A muscle can become injured as a result of strenuous exercise or sudden movement. When a muscle is overstretched, it can lead to a muscle strain (a.k.a. a pulled muscle). By definition, a muscle strain is an injury to a muscle or a tendon (the fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones). Muscle strains can sometimes be minor, while severe strains can cause these tissues to tear. Muscle pain from a strain usually feels like a sudden sharp or tearing sensation. The pain may also be accompanied by swelling or bruising. Initial treatment with the RICE protocol is usually very effective. RICE stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Aleve (naproxen) or Advil (ibuprofen) can treat swelling and pain caused by muscle strains. Physical therapy can aid long-term recovery. Muscle Contusion Muscle pain can also be caused by a muscle contusion. Also known as a muscle bruise, this injury can occur as a result of a direct blow to the muscle, causing tiny blood vessels called capillaries to bleed and surrounding tissues to swell. In addition to muscle pain, the overlying skin
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