Muscle pain is most frequently related to tension, overuse, or
muscle injury from exercise or physically demanding work. Muscle
aches and pains are common and can involve more than one muscle at
the same time. Muscle pain can also involve the soft tissues that
surround muscles. These structures, which are often referred to as
connective tissues, include ligaments, tendons, and fascia (thick
bands of tendons).
Review Date: 05/01/2011
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, Uinversity of Washington, School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
