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# Myalgia * muscle pain * traumatic injury, viral infections, overstretching, & medications * based on symptoms * massage, hot or cold therapy, & medications # Shin Splint * pain, swelling in lower leg * repeated stress of tibia + connective tissues * physical exam * RICE # Repetitive Stress Dis...

# Myalgia * muscle pain * traumatic injury, viral infections, overstretching, & medications * based on symptoms * massage, hot or cold therapy, & medications # Shin Splint * pain, swelling in lower leg * repeated stress of tibia + connective tissues * physical exam * RICE # Repetitive Stress Disorder * pain, tingling, swelling, redness, and muscle weakness * repetitive tasks & forceful exertions * physical exam + patient history * anti-inflammatory medications for early stage, surgery for late # Immune & Lymphatic System * lymph nodes (in neck, axilla, & groin) that store lymphocytes * important for creating immunity—essential function of the immune system * antigen: foreign substance in the body that makes you sick * antibody: protein the body creates in response to an antigen * natural acquired immunity: your body produces antibodies * artificial acquired immunity: vaccines