When the bones become slightly misaligned, it limits the ability to move and bend. The area attempts to splint itself to prevent further injury. Abnormal bony growths develop over time such as bone spurs. The muscles also attempt to splint the joint to prevent more injury. They can become tight and spasmed on one side of the subluxation and weak and atrophied on the other.
Scar tissue results.
The surrounding soft tissue will become inflamed and swollen. It will increase in temperature, and blood and fluid will engulf the area. This will also add to the scar tissue. Permanent soft tissue damage may result. The medical term for muscle pain is myalgia.