Understanding Muscle Pain & Myalgia

Muscle pain (myalgia) is often a symptom of something deeper. Unlike chronic pain disorders, where the pain itself becomes a disease, myalgia usually stems from an underlying issue such as:

• Overuse or repetitive strain
• Sports injuries
• Autoimmune or neurological conditions
• Stress and tension
  
• Circulatory problems
  
• Infections or medication side effects
  

Because soft tissue is used constantly — even involuntarily — it doesn’t heal as easily as a broken bone. Without proper intervention, pain can persist and even worsen, which is why early treatment is essential.

Recognizing the Symptoms of Muscle Pain

While occasional soreness is normal, true myalgia goes beyond the aches that follow a tough workout.

Signs you may need professional care include:

• Pain and stiffness that linger beyond several days
• Tenderness or swelling in specific muscles
• Redness or warmth over affected areas
• Difficulty performing everyday activities
  
• Widespread discomfort not linked to exercise
  

Left untreated, these symptoms can lead to compensation patterns, further injury, and loss of function.

How We Treat Muscle Pain in Rancho Santa Fe

At True Performance RSF, we go far beyond the standard “rest and ice” approach. While RICE therapy (rest, ice, compression, elevation) can be helpful for minor muscle soreness, our patients often need a deeper, brain-and-body approach to fully resolve pain and restore performance.

Our treatment options may include:

• Chiropractic & Extremity Adjustments – restoring alignment and relieving stress on affected muscles and joints
• Class IV Laser Therapy – accelerating cellular healing and reducing inflammation
• Neurofeedback & Cognitive Training – addressing neurological patterns that perpetuate pain and tension
• Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) – supporting tissue repair and circulation
• Targeted Performance Training – helping athletes and active individuals strengthen weak points without giving up the activities they love

Each plan is tailored to the patient, whether you’re an athlete managing overuse injuries, a professional with posture-related strain, or someone navigating autoimmune or stress-related muscle pain.

Holistic Pain Management in Rancho Santa Fe

Our philosophy is simple: muscle pain treatment should restore your health without compromising your lifestyle. If you’re a golfer, equestrian rider, runner, or fitness enthusiast in Rancho Santa Fe, we won’t tell you to give up what you love. Instead, we work to train your body and nervous system to function optimally, reducing pain and improving long-term resilience.