Muscle Soreness Directory
Muscle soreness is pain or discomfort in one or more muscles, such as those in the legs, arms, stomach, or back. Muscle soreness is a common condition. You might have sore muscles after an intense workout or if you strained the muscle during an activity such as lifting or gardening. Rest, ice, massage, and over-the-counter pain relievers can often help reduce muscle soreness. See your doctor if your muscle soreness lasts more than a few days, especially if you have a rash, numbness, fever, redness, or swelling. Certain diseases, such as fibromyalgia or the flu, can cause muscle soreness and may require specific treatment. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how muscle soreness develops, from common causes to possible prevention, and much more.
Medical Reference
Bioelectric Therapy and Pain Management
Bioelectric therapy is used to manage chronic and acute pain. Learn more from WebMD.
Muscle Pain (Myofascial Pain Syndrome)
WebMD explains myofascial pain syndrome (MPS), including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
What Is Fibromyalgia?
What is fibromyalgia? WebMD gives an overview of this chronic condition.
Musculoskeletal Pain
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal pain.
Features
Sore Muscles? Don't Stop Exercising
Delayed onset muscle soreness is common after exercise and usually means your muscles are getting stronger.
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Delayed onset muscle soreness is common after exercise and usually means your muscles are getting stronger.
Water Exercise for Fibromyalgia: Easing Deep Muscle Pain
Research shows that exercise helps the pain and fatigue of fibromyalgia. Water exercise -- aka, water aerobics – is one of the easiest workouts for people with fibromyalgia pain.
6 Ways to Avoid Workout Injuries
Experts share tips on how to avoid some of the most common fitness injuries while working out smarter.