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Muscle aches and pains

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General muscular aches and pains are common. They're often caused by the unfamiliar use or overuse of muscles, ligaments, tendons and fascia (the soft tissues that connect muscles).

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Treatment will depend on the cause and extent of the injury, whether the cause is a general ache or pain from overuse, or a more serious injury.

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Last reviewed: March 2021

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Leg ache - causes and symptoms - MyDr.com.au

Leg ache or leg pain is a symptom with many possible causes, that may involve muscles, nerves or blood vessels.

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Topical medicines for musculoskeletal pain

Topical analgesics are rubbed in to the skin for the temporary relief of muscle or joint pain. Find out more about these over-counter-medicines

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Leg cramps - MyDr.com.au

Leg cramps are a sudden, painful spasm or contraction of a leg muscle. They often happen at night and wake you from sleep. Leg cramps usually get better when you stretch the affected muscles.

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Anterior knee pain (children) — Arthritis Australia

Anterior knee pain is pain which occurs in the front of the knee around the knee cap

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Neck pain: symptoms and causes - MyDr.com.au

Knowing the symptoms of your neck pain and when to see a doctor can help in finding the cause and getting a diagnosis.

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Relaxation for pain relief - Musculoskeletal Australia (MSK)

Do you live with persistent pain? Find out how pain and stress can make your pain levels worse, how relaxing can help reduce this & how MSK can help.

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Back Pain — Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment | MSK Australia

Do you have back pain? Find out about the different causes, how you can manage your musculoskeletal condition, and where to find support. Call us: 1800 263 265

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Groin strain - MyDr.com.au

Groin strain commonly involves a partial tear of the adductor muscles of the inner thigh. Symptoms are a sudden sharp pull in the front of the groin, which causes a sudden pain and inability to continue moving.

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When you have arthritis, joint pain and weakness can make normal activities around the home difficult

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Progressive muscle relaxation - Musculoskeletal Australia (MSK)

When you’re in pain, often your muscles become tense & sore, adding to your overall pain. Progressive muscle relaxation helps you ease this muscle tension.

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