scholarly journals Polysomnography in idiopathic muscle pain syndrome (fibrositis)

1991 ◽  
Vol 49 (4) ◽  
pp. 437-441 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. B. Silva ◽  
T. E. Bertoríni ◽  
H. Lemmi
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Pain ◽  
Neuromuscular Disorders ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Structural Basis ◽  
Therapeutic Approaches ◽  
Nocturnal Myoclonus ◽  
Delta Sleep ◽  
Sleep Abnormalities ◽  
Specific Disorders ◽  
Pain Symptoms

Muscle pain occurs in various neuromuscular disorders with characteristic physiological or biochemical abnormalities. There is, however, a group of patients in whom there is no clear physiological or structural basis for their pains. This syndrome has been called fibrositis or fibromyalgia. Sleep abnormalities have been reported in some of these patients, but have not been confirmed by others. We studied 8 patients with this disorder and found sleep abnormalities that were characterized by nocturnal myoclonus, alpha-delta sleep, and abnormalities compatible with depression. Polysomnography was, therefore, instrumental in helping direct the treatment of these patients. Therapeutic approaches aimed to correct the specific disorders were effective in improving the pain symptoms

scholarly journals Ca2+-ATPase deficiency in a patient with an exertional muscle pain syndrome.

1988 ◽  
Vol 51 (11) ◽  
pp. 1425-1433 ◽  
Author(s):  
D J Taylor ◽  
M J Brosnan ◽  
D L Arnold ◽  
P J Bore ◽  
P Styles ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Pain ◽  
Pain Syndrome

Infrared Thermography – A Tool for Computer Assisted Research in Rehabilitation Medicine

2015 ◽  
Vol 772 ◽  
pp. 603-607
Author(s):  
Marius Cristian Cojocaru ◽  
Ioana Maria Cojocaru ◽  
Nida Alexandra Cojan Carlea ◽  
Delia Cinteza ◽  
Mihai Berteanu
Keyword(s):  
Infrared Thermography ◽  
Muscle Pain ◽  
Myofascial Pain ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Myofascial Pain Syndrome ◽  
Trigger Points ◽  
Rehabilitation Medicine ◽  
Clinical Findings ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
The Central Nervous System

Muscle pain can be elicited by any irritation of the nociceptors in the muscle or central sensitization in the central nervous system and represent a challenge for medical as well as for neurological rehabilitation. The most frequently described muscle pain syndromes are myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) and fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). The use of infrared thermography in rehabilitation medicine for assessment of musculoskeletal disorders is not well documented in the current literature. This study is focused around MPS due to the more localized manifestations of this syndrome and it’s objective is to asses a correlation between the clinical findings, ultrasound examination and the thermal pattern of trigger points.

scholarly journals Peripheral EphrinB1/EphB1 signalling attenuates muscle hyperalgesia in MPS patients and a rat model of taut band-associated persistent muscle pain

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
pp. 174480692098407
Author(s):  
Feihong Jin ◽  
Lianying Zhao ◽  
Qiya Hu ◽  
Feng Qi
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Pain ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Myofascial Pain ◽  
Trigger Point ◽  
Numerical Rating Scale ◽  
Protein Microarray ◽  
Trapezius Muscle ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Myofascial Pain Syndrome ◽  
Peripheral Sensitization

Background Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is an important clinical condition that is characterized by chronic muscle pain and a myofascial trigger point (MTrP) located in a taut band (TB). Previous studies showed that EphrinB1 was involved in the regulation of pathological pain via EphB1 signalling, but whether EphrinB1-EphB1 plays a role in MTrP is not clear. Methods The present study analysed the levels of p-EphB1/p-EphB2/p-EphB3 in biopsies of MTrPs in the trapezius muscle of 11 MPS patients and seven healthy controls using a protein microarray kit. EphrinB1-Fc was injected intramuscularly to detect EphrinB1s/EphB1s signalling in peripheral sensitization. We applied a blunt strike to the left gastrocnemius muscles (GM) and eccentric exercise for 8 weeks with 4 weeks of recovery to analyse the function of EphrinB1/EphB1 in the muscle pain model. Results P-EphB1, p-EphB2, and p-EphB3 expression was highly increased in human muscles with MTrPs compared to healthy muscle. EphB1 (r = 0.723, n = 11, P < 0.05), EphB2 (r = 0.610, n = 11, P < 0.05), and EphB3 levels (r = 0.670, n = 11, P < 0.05) in the MPS group were significantly correlated with the numerical rating scale (NRS) in the MTrPs. Intramuscular injection of EphrinB1-Fc produces hyperalgesia, which can be partially prevented by pre-treatment with EphB1-Fc. The p-EphB1 contents in MTrPs of MPS animals were significantly higher than that among control animals (P < 0.01). Intramuscular administration of the EphB1 inhibitor EphB1-Fr significantly suppressed mechanical hyperalgesia. Conclusions The present study showed that the increased expression of p-EphB1/p-EphB2/p-EphB3 was related to MTrPs in patients with MPS. This report is the first study to examine the function of EphrinB1-EphB1 signalling in primary muscle afferent neurons in MPS patients and a rat animal model. This pathway may be one of the most important and promising targets for MPS.

scholarly journals Familial Occurrence of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

2010 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
pp. 389-394 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peyman Shirani ◽  
Ali Jawaid ◽  
Paolo Moretti ◽  
Elham Lahijani ◽  
Alicia R. Salamone ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome ◽  
Clinical Features ◽  
Genetic Basis ◽  
Genetic Factors ◽  
Age At Onset ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Case Histories ◽  
Younger Age ◽  
History Of ◽  
Pain Symptoms

Background:The etiology of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is unknown. Different environmental and genetic factors have been postulated to contribute to CRPS.Methods:We reviewed the clinical data from a cohort of 69 patients with CRPS. Four families were identified with two or more members affected with CRPS yielding a total of nine patients. Six more patients reported the presence of pain symptoms in their family members, however; this could not be clinically confirmed.Results:The case histories of the nine individuals with ‘familial’ CRPS suggested a younger age at onset and more frequent history of migraine versus the non-familial patients. A pattern of inheritance could not be ascertained.Conclusion:This data supports the hypothesis that CRPS can be familial and hence may have a genetic basis in some families. Larger studies will be needed to ascertain clearer patterns of inheritance and to determine whether the clinical features of ‘familial’ CRPS are the same as the sporadic form.

Ultrasound-Guided Trigger Point Injection for Serratus Anterior Muscle Pain Syndrome

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
pp. 99-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Grisell Vargas-Schaffer ◽  
Michal Nowakowsky ◽  
Marzieh Eghtesadi ◽  
Jennifer Cogan
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Pain ◽  
Trigger Point ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Serratus Anterior Muscle ◽  
Ultrasound Guided ◽  
Serratus Anterior ◽  
Point Injection

scholarly journals Effectiveness of a Plai Oil Prepared by Thai Traditional Medicine Process in the Treatment of Myofascial Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Placebo Controlled Trial

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanuchawan Wisuitiprot ◽  
Wasin Bumrungchaichana ◽  
Nipon Kaewtai ◽  
Arinchaya Rawangking ◽  
Suphawat Saiphanit ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Muscle Pain ◽  
Myofascial Pain ◽  
Pain Treatment ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Myofascial Pain Syndrome ◽  
Neck Flexion ◽  
Visual Analogue Scales ◽  
Pressure Threshold ◽  
Analogue Scales

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of Plai oil for treating myofascial pain syndrome.Material and Methods: One hundred and fourteen volunteers with muscle pain from myofascial pain syndrome participated in the study and had Plai oil, placebo oil and diclofenac gel applied to their shoulder and neck for 6 days. Clinical evaluation was determined using visual analogue scales, pressure threshold and cervical range of motion of neck flexion and neck extension measurements.Results: The results showed that the visual analogue scales of the 3 groups were significantly different from the baseline. The pressure threshold also increased significantly from the baseline (3.87±1.36) in the volunteers who applied Plai oil (4.42±1.34) and those who applied diclofenac gel (4.35±1.06). However, the results of treatment and placebo groups at the last follow-up were not significantly different. Interestingly, it was observed that Plai oil and placebo oil significantly increased the angle of neck flexion and extension within 3 days of application. Muscle pain treatment with Plai oil resulted in a good outcome that was no different to the outcome of applying the diclofenac gel and placebo.Conclusion: It was demonstrated that Plai oil is as effective for relieving myofascial pain as 1.0% diclofenac gel.The interpreted results of muscle pain are not fully clarified due to placebo effect and other influencing parameters. However, Plai oil also decreased muscle tension and improved the restricted range of motion. We can recommend that Plai oil can be used as an alternative topical application for muscle pain treatment.

scholarly journals The effectiveness of therapeutic massage in lumbar and cervical spine pain syndrome – case study

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 24-27
Author(s):  
Iwona Wilk
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Lymphatic Drainage ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Substantial Part ◽  
Therapeutic Massage ◽  
Spine Pain ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Pain Symptoms

Background: The spine pain syndrome is a common problem in a substantial part of the population which currently affects younger and younger people. The underlying risk factors include the character of work, sedentary lifestyle and lack of physical activity. Except for complex physiotherapy which should be applied during treatment, a lifestyle prophylaxis also seems to be a key factor. Aim of the study: The aim of this study was to present the possibility to use the classical and therapeutic massage of the back, and a lymphatic drainage of lower limbs in case of the lumbar and cervical spine pain syndrome accompaniedby the lower limb swelling. Material and methods: A young woman with the lumbar and cervical spine pain syndrome received a 55-minute lymphatic drainage (four sessions), a 30-minute classical massage (four sessions) and a 45-minute therapeutic massage (two sessions). All the procedures were performed every two days. Results: After the application of all kinds of the massage, selected individually to current symptoms and needs of the patient, the pain in the area of the spine was relieved. After the therapy the pressure pain in the back muscles such as: latissimus dorsi (lats), trapezius (traps) and spinal erectors was also decreased. The swelling in the area of the lower limb was reduced and the patient reported general decrease of pain. Conclusions: A massage may constitute an effective anti-pain therapy in case of the lumbar and cervical spine pain syndrome. Combined with educating patients about proper motor habits might prevent similar pain symptoms in the future.

scholarly journals The Role of Nonmedical Therapeutic Approaches in the Rehabilitation of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 299-311
Author(s):  
Charlotte Boichat ◽  
Alison Llewellyn ◽  
Sharon Grieve ◽  
Candida McCabe
Keyword(s):  
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Therapeutic Approaches
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