Medical Questions > Conditions and Diseases > Muscular and Nerve Disorders Forum

Muscle problems from overexertion

Must Read
Multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects the brain and the spinal cord. But what is MS? And what types of MS do doctors diagnose? Basic facts on multiple sclerosis here....
Read more >>
Multiple sclerosis Causes and Risk Factors
Doctors know little about what causes multiple sclerosis (MS), but do understand the anatomy of the condition. Read one to learn about what happens during MS....
Read more >>
MS Symptoms
Symptoms of multiple sclerosis can be present during other medical conditions. Learn to identify early symptoms of multiple sclerosis, plus when to seek help....
Read more >>
Conditions and Diseases
Tight neck muscles
involuntary muscle spasm
Jaw muscle spasms
Muscular and Nerve Disorders
Muscle cramps , calcium and magnesium
Quivering muscles in ankle area
Muscle Fasciculation
Related Topics
indentation on pectoral muscle
Stomach muscle or tissue ?
Ejaculation Issues - normal muscle contr...
User Profile
August 13th, 2009
I'm 16 and I have been Irish dancing for almost a year. To improve my stamina for dancing, I have been walking 1.5 miles and running 1 mile in the morning and evening. I cut the morning run on days that I have dance class, which is twice a week.

In early July I went to a family reunion and had to perform on a very hard wood floor (I usually dance on a sprung wooden dance floor.)Since then I have had muscle pain only on the inside of my lower leg. The pain is sharper than normal muscle soreness. It is worse in my left leg (my weaker leg), though it is present in my right as well. I have not been able to run since mid July, and I haven't been walking very often. I can usually dance with little or no pain, especially during class, but last week I was teaching some friends some steps and it became quite painful.

Do you have any suggestions as to what this might be, why it doesn't seem to be going away, or what I can do help it?


Did you find this post helpful?
First Helper User Profile DoctorQuestion
|
User Profile
replied August 16th, 2009
Muscular and Nerve Disorders Answer A7074


According to the symptoms you provided (taking Irish dance lessons, muscle pain only in the inside of lower pain), it seems likely that you might be experiencing muscle problems. They might range from mild inflammation due to overuse up to small tears of muscle fibers. Both conditions are high likely to be caused by excessive muscle use.


In both cases, you are advised to rest. Resting might ease the inflammation or prevent further damage in case of torn muscle fibers. Applying cold and over the counter topical anti-inflammatory creams might help you solve the inflammation.


However, you are highly advised to visit a neurologist to check if there are any torn muscle fibers. A physical examination and electromyography might be needed to detect the actual condition.


|
Did you find this post helpful?
Sign up for FREE weekly health tips!
... Saving
Ask a doctor

eHealthPedia Articles
Conditions and Diseases Introduction
Conditions and Diseases Risks
Conditions and Diseases Screening
Multiple sclerosis Causes and Risk Factors
Multiple sclerosis Diagnosis
DISCLAIMER: "Ask a Doctor" questions are answered by certified physicians and other medical professionals. For more information about experts participating in the "Ask a Doctor" Network, please visit our medical experts page. You may also visit our Muscular and Nerve Disorders , for moderated patient to patient support and information.

The information provided on eHealth Forum is designed to improve, not replace, the relationship between a patient and his/her own physician. Personal consultation(s) with a qualified medical professional is the proper means for diagnosing any medical condition.