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Muscle pain is medically known as myalgia. Muscle pain can be localised in one muscle or a few muscles or generalized, involving muscles all over the body. The pain can involve any muscle of the body but the main muscles that ache are deltoid muscle (muscle covering shoulder and upper part of outer side of the upper arm), muscles of the neck, muscles of the lower back, calf muscles (muscles of the back of the leg) and thigh muscles. Muscle pain can be attended with stiffness and weakness of the muscle area involved, and sometimes can be attended with fever. In some cases, rashes can appear on the skin. At times, redness and swelling at the affected area can also be seen.
Homeopathic medicines prove very beneficial in cases of muscle pain. The natural homeopathic remedies for muscle pain not only provide relief, but also strike at the root of the problem and cure muscle pain effectively. These are also completely safe with no side effects. In modern system of medicine, generally pain killers, pain relieving ointments / gels, or spraying of pain reliever is advised in cases of muscle pain. However, it only provides temporary relief and the real cause of muscle pain is not addressed. Here’s where homeopathy can be of real help that provides long-term relief and cure by targeting the underlying cause of pain.
Homeopathic medicines for muscle pain are decided for each case individually. The muscle involved, the type of pain, the cause of pain and the worsening / relieving factors are all noted down followed by its assessment to provide the best homeopathic medicine. Homeopathy gives magnificent results when the medicine is prescribed following this individualized approach. This way it aims to cure the muscle pain rather than simply providing temporary relief. For achieving remarkable results guidance from an expert homeopath is required and self-medication should be avoided.
Homeopathic treatment focuses on treating the root cause of muscle pain like overstraining, injury, inflammation, autoimmune process, etc. By treating the cause, there occurs gradual relief in pain and at one time the pain resolves completely. Both acute as well as chronic cases of muscle pain respond well to homeopathic remedies.
Homeopathic medicines for muscle pain suit persons of all age groups and are entirely safe to use. The best part of using homeopathic medicines is that these are of natural origin hence are free from any sort of toxic side effects.
Top 6 Homeopathic Medicines For Muscle Pain
The leading homeopathic medicines for managing muscle pain includes Rhus Tox, Bryonia, Arnica, Ruta, Magnesium Phos and Gelsemium.
1. Rhus Tox – Top-Grade Medicine
Rhus Tox occupies the top position when it comes to treating muscle pain. This medicine can be used to relieve muscle pain anywhere in the body. The key indication to use it is muscle pain getting worse at rest and better with movement. It is the best medicine to help cases of muscle pain arising from overuse of a muscle; over-straining or over-stretching of muscle — like muscle pain from doing excessive exercise; pain in leg muscles from excessive running; pain in the muscles of the arm from carrying heavy weights; neck pain from prolonged working on computers; back pain from heavy weight lifting or a sudden jerky movement and so on. Rhus Tox can be used for pain in any muscle of the body. It is a wonderful medicine for muscular pain, along with stiffness, particularly in the neck which aggravates towards the evening. Secondly, Rhus Tox is very beneficial for muscle pain and stiffness in the lower back which gets worse on sitting and lying down, but moving about relieves it. It is a leading medicine to help cases of lower back pain due to straining of muscles from heavy weight lifting. This medicine also relieves pain in deltoid muscle (muscle covering shoulder and upper part of the outer side of the upper arm) where stitching pain is felt in the shoulders while lying down which gets better from movement.
When to use Rhus Tox?
This medicine can be used as the first line of treatment in case of muscle pain in any body part especially when arising from overuse, overstraining of muscles. The characteristic to use this medicine is muscle pain, along with stiffness, that gets worse at rest and better from movement.
How to use Rhus Tox?
Rhus Tox is most frequently used in 30C potency; initially, it can be taken three to four times a day. Once relief sets in, the dose should be reduced. If using in 200C potency, do not take it more than once a day.
2. Bryonia – For Muscle Pain On Movement
Bryonia is a brilliant medicine for muscle pain treatment. The key symptom to use this medicine is muscle pain which gets worse on movement and better by lying still. It is effective for neck muscle pain and pain in muscles of the lower back. Movement and stooping are not possible. Next Bryonia, is prominently indicated for pain and soreness of abdominal muscles from coughing.
When to use Bryonia?
Bryonia can be given in case of muscle pain which gets worse during movement, while relief sets in from lying down.
How to use Bryonia?
It gives excellent results in 30C potency. It can be taken two to three times a day as per the severity of the pain.
3. Arnica – For Sore Painful Muscles From An Injury Or Overexertion
Arnica is the most useful medicine when it comes to treat sore, painful muscles from an injury or overexertion. Muscle injury may occur from a traumatic fall or a blow against something hard. The affected muscle is very tender to touch along with pain. Besides, Arnica is also indicated for muscle pain in case of influenza (a viral infection affecting nose, throat and sometimes lungs).
When to use Arnica?
If you have suffered muscle pain from overexertion or an injury, Arnica is the best prescription for you. It is an infallible medicine in such cases bringing relief in pain, soreness along with aiding healing of injured muscle.
How to use Arnica?
Take it in 30C potency three to four times a day at a three-hour gap. When pain starts receding, reduce the dose to two times followed by once a day.
4. Ruta – For Muscle Pain Due To Strain (Pulled Muscle)
Ruta is a magnificent medicine to deal with cases of muscle pain from strain, which is overstretching or tearing of the muscle. Muscle pull can occur from using muscle the wrong way, overuse of muscle, or an accident. Persons needing it feel sore with aching bruised pain in the affected muscle area. This medicine helps in pain relief along with relaxation and healing of the over-stretched muscle.
When to use Ruta?
Ruta is most prominently indicated to manage muscle pain arising from overstretching or tearing of muscle.
How to use Ruta?
30 C potency of Ruta is the right choice to start with that can be used three to four times a day.
5. Magnesium Phos – For Muscle Pain From Cramps
Magnesium Phos is the top-listed medicine to relieve muscle cramps – sudden involuntary muscle contraction (tightness). It works well for pain occurring from cramps in any body muscle, especially calves (muscle in the back of lower leg) and feet. In cases needing it, a person complains of cramps from prolonged exertion and also at night.
When to use Magnesium Phos?
This medicine is the perfect prescription for muscle pain due to cramps because of excessive exertion.
How to use Magnesium Phos?
The most frequently recommended potency of this medicine is 6X which comes in tablet form. Magnesium Phos 6X can be used three to four times a day as per intensity of the pain.
6. Gelsemium – For Muscle Pain Along With Weakness And Heaviness
It is a natural medicine to manage muscle pain attended with heaviness and weakness in the affected part. Mostly, it helps with muscle pain in the limbs (arms and legs). The affected muscle area is sore to touch apart from being weak and heavy. It is a highly valuable medicine to manage muscle pain that occurs in influenza cases along with fatigue.
When to use Gelsemium?
Use of Gelsemium is suggested when heaviness and weakness in the affected area is marked along with muscle pain.
How to use Gelsemium?
Though it works well in both low and high potencies, it is better to begin with low potencies. Gelsemium 30C can be taken twice or thrice a day.
What Are The Causes Behind Muscle Pain?
Muscle pain can arise from any of the following reasons:
1. Overstretching, overuse / overstraining musclesfrom excessive physical activity, muscle tension; muscle cramp is the main reason behind muscle pain.
2. Injury or trauma to muscle including strains
3. Certain medical conditions:
a). Fibromyalgia: It is a chronic long-term condition in which there is widespread musculoskeletal pain and tenderness along with other symptoms including fatigue, irregular sleep patterns, loss of concentration and mood swings.
b). Chronic fatigue Syndrome: In this syndrome, a person suffers from extreme fatigue/exhaustion along with unexplained muscle pain, memory issues, loss of concentration and improper sleep.
c). Thyroid issues: Muscle pain can occur in both hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
d). Certain Infections: like flu (influenza), COVID – 19, Lyme disease
Flu: it is a contagious viral infection affecting nose, throat and lungs.
COVID – 19: It is a highly contagious viral infection caused by SARS – CoV -2 virus
Lyme disease: It is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Borrelia which is spread by ticks.
e). Autoimmune diseases (the diseases in which the body’s defence/immune cells start destroying the body’s healthy tissues out of a mistake). These include dermatomyositis and polymyositis.
Dermatomyositis is an inflammatory disease causing a skin rash and muscle inflammation.
Polymyositis is a muscle disease causing muscle inflammation leading to muscle weakness and pain.
f). Polymyalgia rheumatica: It is a chronic inflammatory condition leading to pain and stiffness in muscles, mainly hips and shoulders.
g). Compartment Syndrome: It arises from pressure build-up in a muscle compartment. It results in obstructed flow of oxygen, blood and nutrients to the muscles, nerves and blood vessels resulting in its damage.
4. Electrolyte imbalance: Low potassium or calcium
5. Certain medicineslike statins, bisphosphonates, ACE inhibitors
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Pehle numbness bhi thi legs hands mai gnaphalium 30 kii medicine se usmai thoda relief hai ..sath mai calcaria Flore 6x lea rahi hu
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Dr. Sharma: I am having severe leg pain in both thecalf muscles of legs
. especially in the night. I have severe pain right shoulder also .Pl. advise suitable homeopathic medicine for the relief. Thank you .
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Sir I am shoa Usmani. In July 2016 I got hurt on right upper hand. Since then I am not able to move the hand properly and also having worse pain in it especially in night. Can you suggest any medicine for this.
I shall be grateful to you
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I have left leg pain below Thai to
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I have a lg dog that has fallen on his back several times and also had bout with Lyme disease. Has been treated with antibiotics for lyme. His lower lumbar region has been affected. He is losing some of his hind quarter abilities , it seems that he walks with odd gait, harder time doing steps or jumping in and out of car or couch,, etc. No broke or fractured bones. Suggested by Vet. To take to neurologist or osteo Dr. But cannot afford. I have used homeopathy for myself and other dogs with success but don’t know what to do for this dog. He is only 5 yrs. old and great dog . Can you suggest something for him ? I’m willing to pay
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Problem now is making me to lose muscle on the affected side i.e the left side. Also is now affecting my nerves am having numbness , tingling,shooting , stabbing and sharp pains left side headache that starts from the back is there any of homeopathy remedies that can help me the pain and the wasting is given me a concern
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Paromita
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Dear Dr. Sharma,
I have very stiff and sore thighs near my knees. Have been feeling it for some time long but the past 20 days have been impossible for me. I don’t feel went im immobile. its killing when i try to stand up or sit down. Have stiff nodules type of formations just above the knee. And there is one very recent thing that is giving me trouble is i get cramps in my legs at night and i wake up due to the jabbing pain. Please advice me some good medicine soon. Also let me know if there are any home remedies and precautions I can take. Thank you. Waiting for your reply.
Yours sincerely,
Anber
Dr. Sharmaji,
SRINIVAS K.A. Age: 56, Height : 5.9, Well built,
Details of Ailments : SPASTIC PARAPARESIS
I am suffering from this problem since 2002. Nature of problem is as follows:-
1. Whole body stiffness
2. Difficulty in walking. More difficult to walk on sloppy terrain.
3. Without support I can’t climb steps. Climbing down the steps is more difficult.
4. No balance while walking. Slight push will make me fall.
5. I cannot lift weight and walk. Cannot sit on floor.
6. While I get up in the morning whole body becomes stiff. I have to wait till (1or 2 minutes) the stiffness and muscular pain comes down.
7. No strength in my joints. Sometimes suddenly my legs will sink resulting in falling & hurting myself.
Pain in Ankle Joint affects the Balance
8. Since the Disease is progressive in nature, from last two years my speech has become slow.
9. I have no control over my emotions. I laugh and cry more than necessary.
10. Due to stiffness I experience pain from neck to hip region.
11. I get pain in my ankles suddenly and loose balance.
12. Often my right index finger trembles.
13. Whenever I get panic problem (Stiffness) get aggravated. Same will happen when I feel somebody is watching my walking.
With this entire problem sometimes I get depressed. Meditation is helping me in this regard.In the beginning I took Beclofan (Muscle relaxant) Tab for 1 month. I discontinued the same as it has not helped. I took homeopathy medicine for one year and Ayurvedic medicine for 3 months without any improvement.
Diabetic from past 20 years Tab- Gemmer 2 Forte & Pioz mf 7.5
For BP Telvas AM 40 Both are under control with Tablets
PLEASE help me and Prescribe some homeopathic medicine for the same.
Thanking you
Srinivas , Mysore
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General Feeling : Good
General Problem :
1. Constipation
2. Disturbed Sleep
3. Worry about future health Problem4.
dear sir,
my son is suffering from leg pain . he has a job of standing for hours together . in the evening when he sleeps he gets cramps a.
when i try to apply some oil to massage his legs he shouts of pain .
can u subscribe me some medicine
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Hello Doctor I am 67 yrs having sound health. I had to jump from 42 ft high of a research vessel to a fishing boat in 1989 in Indian ocean and LS4 and LS5 were depressed. I was able to move only because of Yoga. In 2011 Sugar level became high due to traumatic case. I was treated in hospital and sugar level came down to normal within six months. I was advised to take one Glycomet GP2 on regular basis. Sugar level now slightly higher than normal.Now I find and feel that numbness of my feet and pad like swelling on movement. FOOT FINGERS cramping is felt and get better on their movement. BP Normal 145/80. Recently I see scales coming out from the leg on scratching. Swelling of foot or ankle not there. All problems are noticed in the lower part of body. Pls send your invaluable advice so that I can take homoeopathic medicine to recover from such problems