What Is Myofascial Pain Syndrome?
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3. Transmission
Myofascial pain syndrome is not transmissible from one person to another. However, the risk factors for myofascial pain syndrome are relatively limited, and it’s possible that the conditions that increase one patient’s risk may be common throughout a group.
Work environments or athletic activities that require physically demanding activity may increase the risk of developing myofascial pain syndrome among many participants. Any activity that puts a participant at risk of physical injury or places repetitive strain on a muscle can result in myofascial pain syndrome. Small changes, such as improving ergonomics or providing information about self-care and recovery, can reduce the occurrence of myofascial pain syndrome within a group.
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