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SprainsHemifacial spasmInflammationTightnessDecreasesInvoluntaryStiffnessIrritationDecompressionHemorrhoidsContractionsSpinalChiropracticOccurReducesLaser energy increases circulationNervesConnective tissueBladderTissueTensionNeckAbnormalJointsIncreasesCirculationTypicallyRelaxesTherapyTight musclesTriggerDisordersMovementsGentleSymptoms associatedFlexibilityTendernessNervous systemRectumRelaxantsRefersPainfulDystoniaRelaxTreatmentInjectionsReduceSensationAcuteOccursJointCertain musclesBotoxInsertionsImpulses
Sprains4
  • It also helps to reduce spasms and irritation of the muscles and to heal sprains. (descomedicalindia.com)
  • Ligament sprains, bruises, muscle strains, disc herniations, TMJ and hard to heal repetitive stress injuries (like tennis elbow! (washparkchiro.com)
  • It's painless, fast, and effective for treating muscle spasms, sprains and strains, and other painful inflammatory joint issues. (texstarchiropractic.com)
  • Chiropractic treatments keep your body balanced and help prevent muscle strains and sprains that are more likely to occur when your vertebrae are misaligned. (andersonhamo.com)
Hemifacial spasm10
Inflammation9
  • Ultrasound promotes circulation and healing, relaxes muscle spasms, decreases inflammation and helps alleviate pain. (uvahealth.com)
  • The K- Laser therapy session creates an optimal healing environment which reduces inflammation, swelling, muscle spasms, stiffness, and pain. (cnshealthco.com.au)
  • This creates an optimal environment that reduces inflammation, swelling, muscle spasms, stiffness and pain. (wanowellness.com)
  • This creates an optimal healing environment reducing inflammation, swelling, muscle spasm, stiffness and pain. (spine-sport.com)
  • This creates optimal healing environment to reduce swelling, inflammation, muscle spasm, stiffness and pain. (pethealthandtherapy.com)
  • Ultrasound waves stimulate tissue repair, relieve muscle spasm, reduce inflammation and free up calcified or 'stiff' joints. (chiropracticcentres.org)
  • This overuse injury can cause make the knee hurt due to subsequent inflammation, leading to a stiff knee and sometimes muscle weakness because you haven't been able to use the knee regularly with this persistent pain. (feelgoodlife.com)
  • Chiropractic adjustments are typically painless, but if there is a lot of inflammation or muscle spasm in the area, chiropractic adjustments can be uncomfortable to perform. (defalcochiropractic.com)
  • If one or more of these small bones are misaligned, you may experience back pain, inflammation, stiffness, muscle spasms, and tight muscles and tissues. (andersonhamo.com)
Tightness3
  • Stretching exercises should not be instituted acutely because they may cause reactive paraspinal muscle spasm and tightness. (medscape.com)
  • The reactive cervical spasm and tightness after an injury can produce a loss of ROM and chronic contractures if not corrected. (medscape.com)
  • The tendency for some muscles to develop tightness and others to be inhibited and weak is known and plays a large part in the evaluation and treatment of various pain syndromes. (hanslindgren.com)
Decreases3
  • Local application of cold causes vasoconstriction, lowers cell metabolism, decreases extensibility of collagen tissue, decreases muscle contractility, decreases nerve conduction velocity, and increases the pain threshold. (medscape.com)
  • Local cold also has a direct effect on the conduction velocities of the afferent and efferent fibers, which further decreases muscle spasm. (medscape.com)
  • This decreases protective muscle tissue spasm that played a major part in the substandard success rate of outdated "traction" techniques. (alternativephysicalmedicine.com)
Involuntary2
  • Dystonias are a group of movement problems characterized by involuntary, sustained muscle contractions, tremors, and other uncontrolled movements. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Twitching of any body part is defined as a painless, harmless, repetitive, involuntary spasm of the muscles. (healthkura.com)
Stiffness1
  • It serves as a form of heat therapy which helps increase the flow of blood, calm the muscles and reduce the stiffness of the joints. (descomedicalindia.com)
Irritation3
  • Your therapy may also help reduce muscle spasms that contribute to spinal nerve irritation. (uvahealth.com)
  • Because of the muscle tension, there may be some pressure and irritation on the nerve fibers and blood vessels in the area. (evolutionept.com)
  • Muscle shortening also increases joint compression and affects joint alignment, two of the most common causes of joint irritation. (physioplusvictoria.com)
Decompression1
  • The treatment motion is computer controlled to offer gentle and painless decompression of the seriously injured spinal discs. (alternativephysicalmedicine.com)
Hemorrhoids5
  • Hemorrhoids ( piles ) are blood vessels located in the smooth muscles of the walls of the rectum and anus. (medicinenet.com)
  • Passing a hard stool can scrape off the thinned lining of hemorrhoids causing painless bleeding. (medicinenet.com)
  • However, swollen hemorrhoids can also cause spasms of the muscles that surround the rectum and anus causing pain, especially if they protrude or prolapse through the anus. (medicinenet.com)
  • At the level of the dentate line, internal hemorrhoids are anchored to the underlying muscle by the mucosal suspensory ligament. (medscape.com)
  • Both hemorrhoids and overactive bladder (OAB) can occur due to an issue with the pelvic floor muscles. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Contractions2
  • These muscle movements, also called contractions, often start in the eyelid. (middlesexhealth.org)
  • Esophageal spasm is a disorder of the rhythmic waves of muscular contractions (peristalsis) of the esophagus. (merckmanuals.com)
Spinal1
  • If the spinal nerves become compressed or irritated, the muscles that the nerves supply, become more irritable and are likely to develop trigger points. (evolutionept.com)
Chiropractic2
  • Chronic Conditions Chiropractic offers the only Class 4 High Power Deep Tissue MLS laser program combined with specialized neurological rehab and muscle recovery training that delivers unprecented results. (chronicconditionsslo.com)
  • We often use adjunctive chiropractic therapies to relieve some of the pain and spasm prior to performing the chiropractic adjustments. (defalcochiropractic.com)
Occur4
  • Sometimes, hemifacial spasms occur on both sides of the face. (middlesexhealth.org)
  • Musician's dystonia is a form of task-specific focal dystonia characterized by muscle cramps and spasms that occur while playing a musical instrument. (medlineplus.gov)
  • There is strong evidence that impaired function of muscles occur in close relationship with the development of joint dysfunction. (hanslindgren.com)
  • In such cases, withdrawal symptoms (such as restlessness, watering eyes , runny nose , nausea, sweating , muscle aches) may occur if you suddenly stop using this medication. (chronicpainandlife.com)
Reduces1
  • Stretching and restoration of normal length of tight muscles reduces the inhibition to the pseudo-paretic muscle to improve their activity. (hanslindgren.com)
Laser energy increases circulation1
  • During each painless treatment , laser energy increases circulation, drawing water, oxygen, and nutrients to the damaged area. (cnshealthco.com.au)
Nerves6
  • Electrical stimulation (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) - TENS delivers a painless electrical current through the skin to specific nerves. (uvahealth.com)
  • Also, trigger points can be caused by a problem with the nerves that supply the muscle. (evolutionept.com)
  • Healthy muscles and nerves require feedback or communication with the central nervous system. (physioplusvictoria.com)
  • This can ease pressure on several of the muscles and nerves that travel in and through your knee. (feelgoodlife.com)
  • Twisting and turning when gardening, forgetting to use your leg muscles when lifting furniture, or using poor technique when exercising or playing sports can trigger pain in the joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves that make up your back. (andersonhamo.com)
  • Misaligned vertebrae and tight muscles and tissues may also press on nerves, increasing your pain. (andersonhamo.com)
Connective tissue3
  • They are cushioned by smooth muscles and connective tissue and are classified by where they are located in relationship to the pectinate line, the dividing point between the upper 2/3 and lower 1/3 of the anus. (medicinenet.com)
  • Myofascial release - Fasciae are layers of connective tissue that support muscles, bones and organs. (uvahealth.com)
  • they are clusters of vascular tissue (eg, arterioles, venules, arteriolar-venular connections), smooth muscle (eg, Treitz muscle), and connective tissue lined by the normal epithelium of the anal canal. (medscape.com)
Bladder3
  • The pelvic floor is a sheet of muscles that support the pelvic organs, including the bladder and rectum. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • These muscles support and maintain the organs of the pelvis, including the bladder, rectum, and anus. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • When the bladder becomes full, the stretch receptors of the detrusor muscle send a signal to the pons, which in turn notifies the brain. (medscape.com)
Tissue6
  • CNS Chiropractors aim to restore function to the joints using gentle manipulation, or adjustments alongside any muscle and soft tissue techniques. (cnshealthco.com.au)
  • Our focus is on remedial massage therapy, applied through various muscle and soft tissue manipulation techniques to optimise muscle length and condition. (cnshealthco.com.au)
  • A myofascial trigger point is a tender "knot" in the muscle tissue. (evolutionept.com)
  • You might feel a tight band of tissue for example in the upper trapezius muscle of your upper shoulder. (evolutionept.com)
  • Muscle shortening will increase tissue tension and may contribute to conditions such as tennis elbow. (physioplusvictoria.com)
  • Your chiropractor also offers treatments that relax your muscles, ease pain, and quicken healing, like massage, soft tissue manipulation and mobilization, and ultrasound therapy. (andersonhamo.com)
Tension4
  • This process of rolling out tight muscles and relieving tension is also called myofascial release. (tomseamancoaching.com)
  • It treats acne, reducing wrinkles and cellulite, and aiding in arthritic pain, muscle spasms and tension. (noterro.com)
  • The goal of treatment is to release the shortened painful muscles, relieve tension and reduce referred pain and sensitivity. (physioplusvictoria.com)
  • It usually occurs in the tendinous insertions of certain muscle groups as the result of constant tension or spasm, secondary to their state of mental tension. (backmice.info)
Neck6
  • Common adverse effects include: oropharyngeal pain Less common adverse effects include: musculoskeletal pain neck pain muscle spasms extremity pain muscle fatigue anaphylaxis malignancy The most common adverse effect of reslizumab was oropharyngeal (mouth and throat) pain. (wikipedia.org)
  • Ultrasound - This common noninvasive therapy treats back and neck pain, tendon and ligament injury, muscle spasms, joint problems and other spine-related conditions. (uvahealth.com)
  • however, a mask and snorkel should be used to avoid aggravation of the cervical muscles that is encountered as the neck is rotated during breathing when swimming. (medscape.com)
  • The AccuMassage helps release muscle spasms and trigger points in the neck and shoulder, as well as other parts of the body. (tomseamancoaching.com)
  • Dr. Nick treated the muscles in my neck and taught me the proper position sit and now I can work all day without pain. (riverparisheschiro.com)
  • Perhaps most importantly, shortening of the muscles in the back and the neck contributes to abnormal joint forces that accelerate the rate of degenerative changes. (physioplusvictoria.com)
Abnormal2
  • The abnormal movements associated with task-specific focal dystonia are usually painless, although they can cause anxiety when they interfere with musical performance and other activities. (medlineplus.gov)
  • This is an abnormal spasm of the pelvic floor muscles. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Joints2
  • Emphasis is placed on the association between the joints and the muscles of the body, and how they function together. (cnshealthco.com.au)
  • The foot and ankle consists of 26 separate bones, encompassing 33 joints with many muscles, tendons, and ligaments allowing proper bio-mechanical function and support. (platinumnetworkingassociates.com)
Increases1
Circulation2
  • The painless application of laser energy promotes increased circulation by drawing oxygen and nutrients to the affected area. (spine-sport.com)
  • This release improves flexibility and circulation in the muscle and can lead to a decrease in pain and other symptoms. (evolutionept.com)
Typically2
Relaxes1
Therapy4
  • Heat therapy can help relax stiff and sore muscles. (uvahealth.com)
  • A painless, soothing and pleasurable therapy is the Medical Physio Wax Bath. (descomedicalindia.com)
  • Laser therapy is a painless, non-surgical, non-drug option that helps with and speeds up the body's natural healing process. (leecovet.com)
  • K-Laser Therapy is painless, with the patient experiencing a soothing warmth or tingling sensation to the treatment region. (batsonchiropractic.com)
Tight muscles2
  • The acuBall is designed to provide acupressure and heat to help relax tight muscles, enhance joint movement, stimulate blood flow to oxygenate tissues & flush out built up muscle wastes, and reduce pain. (tomseamancoaching.com)
  • The effect of antagonistic muscles should not be neglected as it has been shown that tight muscles evidently have an inhibiting effect on their antagonist (Sherrington's law on reciprocal inhibition). (hanslindgren.com)
Trigger3
  • Myofascial trigger points usually form when there is some kind of stress on the muscle. (evolutionept.com)
  • Trigger point dry needling is an advanced therapeutic technique that involves placing a small needle into a muscle in order to cause a quick contraction that releases the trigger point. (evolutionept.com)
  • We needle muscles that harbor trigger points. (evolutionept.com)
Disorders1
  • Both Dysport and Botox are sometimes used to treat muscle spasms, sweat gland disorders, migraines or TMJ. (botulinumtoxin.net)
Movements1
  • Painless, smooth movements are only possible when the vertebrae of your spine are perfectly aligned. (andersonhamo.com)
Gentle2
  • After at least 24 hours of cryotherapy, most patients are able to start gentle, painless active-assistive range of motion (AAROM) or AROM. (medscape.com)
  • Gentle passive stretching may begin after resolution of the acute inflammatory phase (usually within 72 h), which avoids eccentric muscle loads and stays within the painless arc of motion. (medscape.com)
Symptoms associated1
  • There are many self care tools/products available to us that can help manage pain, muscle spasms, and other symptoms associated with dystonia and other health conditions. (tomseamancoaching.com)
Flexibility1
  • The PowerStick is designed to prevent injuries, improve strength, flexibility and endurance, prepare muscles for physical activity, disperse the effects of lactic acid following activity, and accelerate muscle recovery. (tomseamancoaching.com)
Tenderness1
  • In addition to tenderness a radiculopathy will cause muscle shortening, one of the key findings of chronic pain. (physioplusvictoria.com)
Nervous system1
  • The quality of muscle function depends directly upon the Central Nervous System activity. (hanslindgren.com)
Rectum1
  • In addition, hormonal changes with pregnancy may weaken the muscles that support the rectum and anus. (medicinenet.com)
Relaxants1
  • The most significant difference between these two injectable muscle relaxants is the difference in the formula used. (botulinumtoxin.net)
Refers1
  • Paradoxical puborectalis contraction (PPC): PPC refers to obstructed defecation associated with the puborectalis muscle of the pelvic floor. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Painful3
  • On the other hand, cranking the power up can deliver stimulation that is significantly more intense, possibly painful, and may feature sensations ranging from a biting pinch to a sharp tingle to intense muscle spasms. (xbiz.com)
  • For example, a normally painless sensation of light touch may be interpreted as painful and be associated with muscle spasm. (physioplusvictoria.com)
  • More generally speaking, if you don't have a painful condition that you're aware of outside of using the stairs, the problem may be weak leg muscles. (feelgoodlife.com)
Dystonia1
  • Some musicians (such as piano, guitar, and violin players) develop focal hand dystonia, which causes loss of fine-motor control in the hand and wrist muscles. (medlineplus.gov)
Relax2
  • In this condition, the muscle does not relax when a person bears down to pass stool. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The effects of Botox can last three to six months, depending on the area being treated and the amount needed to relax the muscle. (botulinumtoxin.net)
Treatment3
  • This treatment aids in decreasing muscle spasms, decreasing pain, and promoting vasoconstriction. (medscape.com)
  • As a warm oil-based wax, a paraffin treatment uses Physio wax bath accessories to provide pain relief for knees and intense muscles such as hands and feet. (descomedicalindia.com)
  • The treatment is painless and after the adjustment many patients feel relief of pain and improved mobility. (chiropracticcentres.org)
Injections1
  • Dysport and Botox injections temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles by relaxing the underlying muscles under the skin. (botulinumtoxin.net)
Reduce1
Sensation1
  • Angina Angina is temporary chest pain or a sensation of pressure that occurs while the heart muscle is not receiving enough oxygen. (merckmanuals.com)
Acute1
  • The pain generated by renal colic is primarily caused by dilation, stretching, and spasm because of the acute ureteral obstruction. (medscape.com)
Occurs1
  • Similar to the twitch of other parts of the body, upper and lower lip twitching occurs due to the spasm of muscles of the lip. (healthkura.com)
Joint3
  • The decrease of activity of some muscles is often considered to simply be muscle weakness without recognition that this decreased activity and resulting weakness may be due to altered movement patterns, and specifically due to an inhibitory phenomenon related to joint dysfunction and the resulting altered sensory afferent signalling. (hanslindgren.com)
  • Altered joint function (movement restriction or decrease of joint play) is one factor which dramatically changes the quality of the muscles which cross the particular joint. (hanslindgren.com)
  • The altered proprioception from the joint plays a more important role, influencing the muscles either by inhibition or facilitation. (hanslindgren.com)
Certain muscles1
Botox3
  • A shot of botulinum toxin (Botox) into the affected muscles keeps the muscles from moving for a while. (middlesexhealth.org)
  • Botox uses ONA molecules that are excellent for treating large muscles and deep folds, while Dysport uses ABO molecules that may be better suited for larger surface areas and milder problems. (botulinumtoxin.net)
  • Botox and Dysport paralyze muscles so they are relaxed, resulting in smoother, younger looking skin. (botulinumtoxin.net)
Insertions1
  • I'm not going to teleport you back to your Mrs Brown's high school anatomy class and teach you the origins and insertions of the muscles in your knee. (feelgoodlife.com)
Impulses1
  • Electrocardiography Electrocardiography (ECG) is a quick, simple, painless procedure in which the heart's electrical impulses are amplified and recorded. (merckmanuals.com)