Mia,

I take gabapentin (Neurontin) to help me do less jaw clenching. Some SSRI's cause the muscle tension. I take a high dose of an SSRI.

I have added about 5 pounds to my upper body and went from a 36-38 chest to a 42+ chest due to the muscle mass I put on from all the muscle tension. It is sometimes called postural rigidity. It has left my shoulders with a limited flexibility.

I know what it is like to be without a myofacial therapist. I just can't afford mine anymore.