Osteopathy for Muscle Strains

 

Don’t suffer with muscle strain and pain, get back to living your life pain free with Osteopathic treatment in West Didsbury.

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The most common causes of muscle pain are tension, stress, overuse and minor injuries such as a strain (or ‘pull’). This type of pain is usually localised, affecting just a few muscles or a small part of your body. It often occurs in the legs or back. So if you are experiencing pain, discomfort, or reduced movement, why suffer?

If you want an expert diagnosis, and hands on treatment, without long NHS waiting times, then Holland Osteopathy is for you.

An Osteopathic appointment can involve the following:

Detailed Assessment:

  • Thorough examination of your medical history.

  • Active and passive musculoskeletal testing.

  • Specialised tests like a neurological exam, if necessary.

Personalised Treatment Plan:

  • Expert Osteopath and Chiropractor manipulation techniques.

  • Targeted massage and acupuncture for affected areas and connecting structures.

Tailored Physio Rehab Plan:

  • Customised rehabilitation plan addressing your specific needs.

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Muscle strain treatment, Manchester

Muscle strain

A strain (or 'pull') is a stretch and/or tear of muscle fibres and/or tendon, and is classified by severity.
Grade 1 = mild - limited number of fibres torn.

Grade 2 = moderate - nearly half of fibres are torn.

Grade 3 = Severe - complete rupture of fibres.

They typically affect the quads, hamstrings, back, and calf.

  • Muscles that are frequently involved cross two joints (eg. the hamstrings), act mainly in an eccentric fashion, and contain a high percentage of fast-twitch fibers.

    This mostly occurs as a result of a powerful eccentric contraction or over-stretching of the muscle. Therefore, it is typical for non-contact sports with dynamic characteristics such as sprinting and jumping.

  • Symptoms of a strain typically include muscle pain, cramping, and spasm; muscle weakness, reduced movement of a joint, inflammation (swelling) , and/or bruising.

Muscle spasm treatment Manchester

Muscle cramp/Spasm

A muscle cramp is a sudden and involuntary contraction of one or more of your muscles. The pain can be severe, although generally harmless, muscle cramps can make it temporarily impossible to use the affected muscle.


Most muscle cramps develop in the leg muscles, particularly in the calf.

  • Overuse of a muscle, dehydration, muscle strain or simply holding a position for a prolonged period can cause a muscle cramp.

    Underlying issues could be poor blood supply, nerve compression, or inadequate minerals within the body.

  • A sudden, sharp pain

    You might also feel or see a hard lump of muscle tissue beneath your skin.

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Muscle Fatigue

Also known as muscle ischeamia. This occurs when the muscles remain in a state of constant contraction and/or with trigger points present (hypersensitive areas in the muscle tissue) which causes reduced blood flow to the muscle tissue and a lack of oxygen supply, as well as removal of metabolic waste. This is more likely to occur to the muscles involved with posture , which are located in the back.

  • Poor posture or prolonged static work

    Inactivity or reduced movement

    Dehydration

  • Ache, burning or tingling pain in the muscles.

    Often worse after being in one position for a long period of time (eg sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling)

    Stiffness or tension.

    Knots in your muscles.