Warm applications and warming up in bed often relieve discomfort. Soreness and stiffness of muscles may be accompanied by shooting pains and are usually aggravated by getting cold. The neck and spinal muscles can be very tight, and the person may have headaches and other problems during menstrual periods. Severe pain in the muscles, extending from higher areas to lower ones, often responds to this remedy. Shooting pains may occur, along with stiffness, neuralgia, and numbness or a cold sensation.
Pains can come on suddenly, and often shift around, being worse from motion and worse at night.
Stabbing pains and soreness may be felt near the spine and shoulder-blades, especially on the left. Problems may be aggravated by cold damp weather, walking, and alcoholic beverages. Problems are aggravated in cold, damp weather. Stiffness and pain are worse on waking in the morning, and after periods of rest. The legs and hips are sore and weak, and the person may find it difficult to stand after sitting in a chair.