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Condition: Muscle Pain

Your muscles help you move and help your body work. Different types of muscles have different jobs. There are many problems that can affect muscles. Muscle disorders can cause weakness, pain or even paralysis.

Causes of muscle disorders include:

  • Injury or overuse, such as sprains or strains, cramps or tendinitis
  • A genetic disorder, such as muscular dystrophy
  • Some cancers
  • Inflammation, such as myositis
  • Diseases of nerves that affect muscles
  • Infections
  • Certain medicines

Sometimes the cause of muscle disorders is unknown.

Courtesy of MedlinePlus from the National Library of Medicine.

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Providers Diagnosing or Treating Muscle Pain

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe all treatments or procedures related to Muscle Pain. Review each provider for availability.

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Larry Balle II, M.D.

Larry Balle II, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Patrick Shea Brannan, M.D.

Patrick Shea Brannan, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D.

Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Navin R. Kilambi, M.D.

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon

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Kathryn L. Nance, M.D.

Kathryn L. Nance, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Chad E. Songy, M.D.

Chad E. Songy, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D.

Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Locations Where Providers Treat Muscle Pain

Note that the treatment of Muscle Pain may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville

201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-966-4491
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Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

507 W. Monroe Ave.
Lowell, AR 72745

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-7030
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Areas of Expertise for Muscle Pain

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Neurology

UAMS Health provides expert care for adult patients with neurological disorders, including disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles.

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Sports Medicine (Part of Orthopaedics)

From the beginner to the weekend warrior or senior athlete, all skill levels can benefit from our services to help you heal and get back to your activities.

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Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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