Delayed
onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is commonly seen in athletes after unaccustomed
physical activities or when first return to activity after a period of reduced
activity. The symptoms of DOMS can range from mild muscle soreness to severe
pain. If the athlete decided to continue the activity without proper treatment
to alleviate the discomfort or pain, DOMS may have significant effects on the
performance. In some serious cases, DOMS may cause secondary injuries in athletes.
Eccentric activity
which involves the elongation of the muscles during the performance is more
likely to cause DOMS. Eccentric activity may change the muscle function and
joint mechanics due to muscle and connective tissue damages during the
activity. As a result of the muscle soreness, the compensatory mechanism for
muscle soreness and muscular and connective tissue damages, a less than optimal
training performance may be noted.
DOMS may
lead to anatomical, physiological or psychological impairment in athletes. A decreased
range of joint motion, decreased strength or muscle power and abnormal muscle
recruitment patterns are the possible adverse outcome of DOMS. Research showed
that muscle soreness from DOMS may impair the neuromuscular function. A reduction
in joint proprioception and decreased precision of force production is observed
in athletes after eccentric activity. This may pose the athlete at a higher
risk of secondary injury.
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