The pain is constant with mobility restrictions, inflammation, edema, severe muscle spasms, swelling and tenderness. The patient experiences difficulty in falling asleep and difficulty in sleeping. Skin-temperature is increased over the site of the lesion. Patient has moderate, decreased pain. Pain is increased by activity, but relieved by rest.
Orthopedic tests are still positive with some range of motion loss.
These patients are usually seen once a month for an indefinite period of time. Once a month. These patients that participate in a lot of physical work, chores and exercise programs with a tendency to strain themselves. Usually, they come in once a month or once every two to three months. Usually, they are seen a total of two or three visits.