<human>: I had surgery for an open inguinal hernia 4 weeks ago. Since that surgery I have extreme muscle stiffness and lots and lots of pain in my thighs, knees, groin (of course I suppose), upper arms and shoulders. I WAS in good physical shape. I exercise by walking at the gym and used to do weight training. I describe it as feeling like I m turning into petrified wood. I am not running a fever. My primary care doctor ran blood tests of different sorts. They all came back normal. Yesterday I went for a medical massage therapist. This morning I couldn t even get out of bed I was in so much pain. I have type II diabetes and because I have had bad reactions to Crestor and Lipitor for high cholesterol - muscle stiffness and cramping - my Primary put me on simvastatin but has taken me off that for now (about a week ago). We believe that I am having an allergic reaction to the Succinylcholine that was administered during my surgery. I didn t know it at the time, but now I believe that my mother who passed away 9 years ago had this reaction after knee surgery when she was exactly my age - 62. I have a call into a neuromuscular neurologist but their office is closed today. It was suggested to me by the massage therapist to discontinue massage. She also was wondering if maybe I should have a muscle biopsy. I of course think I m headed to a wheelchair - and in my lifestyle, that is NOT an option. Some comforting words of advice before the weekend starts would be gratefully appreciated.
<bot>: Hi, I am Chat Doctor.  I have read your question with care and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question : What causes muscle stiffness after open inguinal hernia surgery? Answer : The Most Common Cause of Muscle Stiffness after Open Inguinal Hernia Surgery is Prolonged Bed Rest Question : She also was wondering if maybe I should have a muscle biopsy. Answer : I would suggest you to please wait, and get back to your routine and do simple exercises. It is a high Probability that you would be normal // I of course think I'm headed to a wheelchair // Dear Sir, I do not think So Please wait for a few more dastard walking a bit and do simple stretching exercises, and you must be fine Even if you have problems with Succinyl Choline, they are quite easy to manage Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow-up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.