By Sabah Karimi
These tests determine muscle strength, reflexes and muscle positioning. A straight leg raise test may also be performed as part of this exam. Discuss lifestyle habits with your physician. Lifestyle habits and what type of work you do on a daily basis could be causing some of the pain. Determine how many hours you are sitting in front of a computer, whether you spend most of your day ...
By Jessica Lietz
A pulled muscle may cause pain on one side of your lower back and may result from improper lifting, bending or sudden movement. Muscle spasms result in prolonged tightness of a muscle and may occur in the lower back, causing back pain. Arthritis in the bones of your spine may cause lower back pain that could worsen over time if you do not receive treatment. An infection in your ...
By Lovelyn Bettison
According to dentalguideusa.com, temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ) affects 5 to 12 percent of the population. TMJ is a painful condition that is caused by swelling in the muscles surrounding the jaw joint and the misalignment of the joint itself. The lower jaw is connected to the rest of the skull by the tenporomandibular joint and a complex series of strong muscles. These muscles work in...
By James Roland
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can evaluate the health of the bones, muscle, tissue and nerves in the lumbar region. Electromyography can evaluate the conductive properties of the nerves in the lower back to help determine if muscle pain is related to how well the nerves conduct electricity. If non-invasive methods (including rest, acupuncture, medications, biofeedback and ultrasound) ...
By Rica Lewis
Although there are many causes of bilateral lower back pain, the most common causes are age-related degenerative disk and facet processes, and injuries in the muscle and ligaments. Fibromyalgia may produce pain in the lower back region, along with muscle aches, fatigue and stiffness. Spinal degeneration is evident in three stages: dysfunction and pain alone, advanced degeneration, and ...
By Lori Newell
Millions of people live with the pain of osteoarthritis. This "wear and tear" disease of the joints can limit your mobility and make it difficult to perform everyday tasks. Sometimes the pain is severe enough that surgery is necessary. While there is currently no cure for osteoarthritis there are some simple things you can do to along with medication or surgery to control the pain. Make ...
By Sabah Karimi
If you've pulled a muscle in your back, have poor posture or are overusing certain muscles in your upper and lower body, you may be suffering from lower back pain and leg cramps. Both of these conditions are the result of muscle soreness or injury to the ligaments that support your muscles. Orthopedic doctors and chiropractors can perform tests to determine what may be causing the problem ...
By Sidney
Ask about muscle relaxants. Individuals that suffer from serotonin syndrome may benefit from the use of muscle relaxants, including medications such as Valium and Ativan. These drugs are effective because they relieve muscle stiffness associated with serotonin syndrome. Check out blocking agents of serotonin. Ask about taking cypoheptadine; this drug actually assists with blocking ...
By Kevin Rail
It is responsible for libido, energy production, muscle mass and mental acuity, to name a few things. According to the Mayo Clinic, testosterone levels start to moderately decline after the age of 40. With that being said, it is every man's goal to stay on top of his game once he reaches this age. A good plan of attack to make sure these levels stay elevated starts in the bedroom and ends in ...
By Lori Newell
You need the right amount of electrolytes as well as potassium for proper muscle function. Lower leg cramps can be a secondary symptom of diabetes, pregnancy or from a neurological condition like Parkinson's disease or Multiple Sclerosis. These diseases are the result of a malfunctioning of the nervous system. This can disrupt the electrical impulses that help your muscles to work properly. ...