{"id":5409,"date":"2019-04-03T18:00:42","date_gmt":"2019-04-03T22:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/?post_type=mpl_conditions&#038;p=5409"},"modified":"2025-04-15T11:56:59","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T15:56:59","slug":"body-aches-treatment","status":"publish","type":"mpl_conditions","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/conditions\/body-aches-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Body Aches"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":{"hero_headline":"Body aches & pains treatment, diagnosis & prescriptions.","condition_tabs":[{"tab_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I talk to a doctor on Maple about my body aches?","accordion_intro":"<p>Yes, you can. The doctor will most likely want you to have a physical exam performed to try and determine possible causes for your body aches.<\/p>\n<p>The doctor may also suggest additional testing be performed in order to provide a diagnosis for your body aches beyond simply addressing your symptoms.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I get a prescription on Maple?","accordion_intro":"<div class=\"mpl-accordion-excerpt\" aria-hidden=\"false\">\n<p>Yes, our physicians can prescribe medications for body aches online during your consultation. Once you accept a prescription for your body aches, you\u2019ll have the option to pick it up from any pharmacy or to have it delivered right to your door at no additional cost.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","accordion_content":"<p>You can visit our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/for-you-family\/how-it-works\/\">How it Works<\/a>\u00a0page to learn more.<\/p>\n","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What are body aches?","accordion_intro":"<p>Body aches are a very common symptom of a wide array of conditions.<\/p>\n<p>These can be mild, resulting from things done during everyday life, such as standing, walking, or exercising. Very common illnesses like the cold or flu can cause body aches.<\/p>\n<p>However, in some cases, when you&#8217;re showing signs of body aches with no clear cause, they can be the result of an underlying condition.<\/p>\n<p>Because there are so many conditions that can cause body aches, it&#8217;s a good idea to talk to a doctor if your body ache symptoms become chronic or severe.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What are the symptoms of body aches?","accordion_intro":"<p>The actual symptoms and signs of body aches can vary depending on the condition that\u2019s causing them.<\/p>\n<p>Some people may describe body ache symptoms as sharp or intermittent pains, while others may think of them as a dull, persistent pain.<\/p>\n<p>In some cases, the pain may feel like it&#8217;s coming from muscles, joints, or bones. It can often be associated with the general feeling of malaise that typically accompanies illnesses like colds, and flus.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What causes body aches?","accordion_intro":"<p>A wide range of conditions can cause body aches. Some are severe and may require medical attention. Others are minor and can pass on their own, without treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Some possible body ache causes include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dehydration<\/li>\n<li>Pneumonia<\/li>\n<li>Mono<\/li>\n<li>Stress<\/li>\n<li>Lack of sleep<\/li>\n<li>Chronic fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Cold or flu<\/li>\n<li>Poor blood circulation<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin D deficiency<\/li>\n<li>Anemia<\/li>\n<li>Arthritis<\/li>\n<li>Lupus<\/li>\n<li>Hypothyroidism<\/li>\n<li>Dermatomyositis<\/li>\n<li>Polymyositis<\/li>\n<li>Ankylosing spondylitis<\/li>\n<li>Fibromyalgia<\/li>\n<li>Lyme disease<\/li>\n<li>Multiple sclerosis<\/li>\n<li>Rocky mountain spotted fever<\/li>\n<li>Histoplasmosis<\/li>\n<li>Polymyalgia rheumatica<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"How are body aches diagnosed?","accordion_intro":"<p>Most likely, the doctor will want to do a physical examination before offering any kind of diagnosis for your body aches.<\/p>\n<p>Also, because there are so many conditions that cause this symptom, they may suggest additional testing be performed before offering a diagnosis for your body aches.<\/p>\n<p>This could possibly involve blood tests or imaging tests, depending on what they believe the potential underlying condition could be.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"How are body aches treated?","accordion_intro":"<p>Before the doctor offers any kind of prescription body aches medications, they&#8217;ll want to establish a clear diagnosis for your body aches.<\/p>\n<p>In order to provide body aches treatments, they&#8217;ll have to understand the direct cause of your body aches. This way they can treat the underlying condition causing your symptoms.<\/p>\n<p>Treating the underlying condition is the most effective way to provide treatment for body aches.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"When to see a doctor for body aches?","accordion_intro":"<p>Most body aches are harmless. They could be the result of overworked muscles, or common conditions that will pass on their own.<\/p>\n<p>However, if your body aches symptoms last more than two weeks or become severe, they could be the result of an underlying condition.<\/p>\n<p>In these cases, if your condition is affecting your daily life, you may need body aches treatments. A doctor will be able to provide a diagnosis for your body aches by helping to identify the underlying condition causing your symptoms.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"}]}],"show_age_gate":false,"condition_image":false,"hero_subcopy":"Skip the waiting room! Instantly connect with Canadian doctors for medical care from your phone, tablet or computer - any time, 24\/7.","why_h2":"Talk to a doctor about body aches treatment online","why_subcopy":"See a doctor or nurse practitioner today to get a new prescription or refill, at their discretion.","benefit1_h3":"Same-day local pharmacy pickup","benefit1_copy":"After your consultation, if you have received a medical diagnosis and prescription for a medication, your prescription can be faxed to the pharmacy of your choice for pick-up or delivered to your home.","benefit2_h3":"Fast, free delivery","benefit2_copy":"Get your medications delivered to your door anywhere in Canada within 1-3 business days.","benefit3_h3":"Less waiting, more convenience","benefit3_copy":"Maple members get 24\/7 access to primary care online and more. 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