Fibromyalgia/ Muscle Soreness
Chronic muscle soreness often presents as a persistent discomfort that extends beyond the typical post-exercise muscle ache. Unlike transient soreness, which usually subsides with rest and self-care, chronic muscle soreness persists over time. Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) is long-term pain that affects specific muscles and the thin connective tissue (fascia) surrounding them.
Fibromyalgia also involves chronic, widespread pain. Constant, dull companion, affecting muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Despite seemingly adequate sleep, wake up tired and drained. Pain can disrupt rest, leading to a perpetual cycle of exhaustion. Impaired attention, concentration, and memory. Simple tasks become challenging, and mental clarity is reduced.
Symptoms:
1. Deep, Aching Pain: The pain is often described as a deep ache within the affected muscle.
2. Persistent Discomfort: Unlike regular muscle soreness, constant burning feeling and functional interruption.
3. Tender Knots: Palpable knots or tender areas develop within the muscle.
4. Sleep Disturbances: Pain can interfere with sleep quality.
5. General Malaise and Fatigue: Feel unwell overall.
Treatments:
1. Exercise: Gentle movements, cardio and stretching.
2. Massage: Targeted massage therapy can relax tense muscles.
3. Physical Therapy: Strengthening exercises restore muscle function.
4. Heat: directly to the sore area, warm bath, shower, therapeutic spa.
Medications:
The following medications have been gathered from various sources and have not been vetted. They are listed for you to research and better understand your options when speaking with your doctor. WE HAVE NO SPECIFIC INFORMATION THAT SUGGESTS THESE MEDICATIONS WILL BE HELPFUL FOR THIS OR ANY LONG COVID RELATED CONDITION.
DO NOT TAKE THESE MEDICATIONS WITHOUT THE EXPRESS RECOMMENDATION OF A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL.
1. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs): Ibuprofen Advil, Motrin IB and Aleve naproxen sodium
2. Prescription NSAID: Celecoxib (Celebrex), Diclofenac (Voltaren), Fenoprofen (Nalfron), Indomethacin (Indocin often for gout, rheumatoid arthritis).
3. Fibromyalgia: Tramadol: An opioid analgesic helps alleviate pain.
4. Amitriptyline: A tricyclic antidepressant that not only addresses pain but also improves sleep quality. Increasing brain substances like serotonin and noradrenaline.
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