MUSCULAR TENSION
Tensing your muscles is a normal response to stress and heightened emotions, such as anger, nerves, or frustration. You may also get into the habit of holding certain sets of muscles in a tense, fixed position when performing basis everyday actions, such as moving around or sitting at your desk. This tension, however, is a major cause of neck and back pain.
CAUSES
Poor posture injury, overexertion in leg length and conditions such as scoliosis can all cause you to tense specific sets of muscles compensate for any difficulties these problems create stress and emotional pressures are the main triggers for over-tense muscles but difficulty, sleeping or poor nutrition can also cause in increase in muscletension. Holding your muscles for any length of time in a tense, contracted position limits blood flow to your muscles and restricts the supplies of nutrients and oxygen that they need to work properly. Poor blood flow also allows toxins to build up in your muscle tissue. All this can lead to pain muscle spasms which in turn put strain on the joints and ligaments so that they too become tender and sore.
SYMPTOMS AND DIAGNOSIS
Pain from excess muscle tension may start with the dullache, but can become extremely painful. Muscles that are regularly held is a contracted and tense position for extended periods of time can also develop “knots” or trigger points. These are particularly tender areas that are easily irritated, sending waves of pain out to other, often distant, and parts of your body. Your doctor or Physical Therapist will make a diagnosis by performing a physical examination.
RISKS AND RECOVERY
Trying to lead a calmer, less stressful life is the ultimatecure for this condition; incorporative relaxation techniques into your routine will help you in your pain. You should always check that the pain is due solely chronic muscular tension, rather than any illness or physical problem. If you hold your muscles in a tight, tense state for a very long time, they can become a permanently shortened and stop functioning properly.
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