Myofascial Pain Syndrome - Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which doctors treat myofascial pain syndrome?A neurologist treats myofascial pain syndrome.
2. What is the difference between a trigger point and a tender point?
A trigger point feels like a nodule in a taut band of muscle tissue. Pressure over this point results in referred pain. A local twitch response can also be elicited. Trigger points are associated with myofascial pain syndrome. On the other hand, tender points are painful spot often at the end of a muscle. Pressure in the area does not produce referred pain. A local twitch response cannot be elicited in case of tender points. Patients with fibromyalgia often complain of tender points.
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