Perception of Pain
The experience of pain can bring mild discomfort, excruciating pain and various levels of pain in between. The way in which feelings of pain are processed by the body can vary among people, and the physiology of pain perception is complex. This is why the sensation of pain is a very individual experience. As difficult […]
Relaxation Training
Stress, tension and anxiety are common among sufferers of chronic pain conditions. These feelings can damage our health, weaken our immune system and amplify pain. Research has shown that stress has a physiological effect on the body and can raise blood pressure and heart rate while depressing the immune system. People who suffer from chronic […]
Stress and Anger Management
Being in constant, agonizing pain can be extremely stressful on the body and mind. Over time, this problem can take a toll on sufferers unless they are able to find adequate pain management and develop useful coping techniques. Having emotional distress and chronic pain can rob people of their happiness, motivation and personality. It can […]
The Effects of Sleep and Pain in your Life
Sleep is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but many people develop bad sleep habits that inhibits the appropriate quality and time of rest. A good night’s sleep is especially important for people who suffer from illnesses, injuries and conditions that cause chronic pain. There are many ways in which we sabotage our own […]
Activity Pacing and in Chronic Pain Patients
Activity Pacing (AP) is a Central Concept to many Theories and Treatments People who have chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, back pain or rheumatoid arthritis tend to take it easy, many because they are afraid to aggravate their condition. Many chronic pain sufferers believe that rest is best but just the opposite is […]
Pain Management Issues
Discomfort and pain are not the only serious issues that chronic pain sufferers have to deal with. There are a host of challenges people may face that can make day-to-day life difficult. In addition to the pain, many people develop psychological issues such as anxiety, stress, fear, depression and feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. In […]
Nutrition and Pain: How Diet Shapes Your Experience of Chronic Pain
Opioids are among the most powerful pain-relieving medications available, prescribed for everything from post-surgical pain to chronic conditions. Yet, while their effects on the brain are well-known, fewer people understand the profound impact opioids have on the gastrointestinal (GI) system. For many, the digestive side effects of opioids can be as debilitating as the pain […]
Stress and Pain
Chronic pain is bad enough on it’s own. There are certain triggers – stress, diet and inactivity – that can exacerbate the problem. It can turn into a vicious cycle of pain and distress, and this can eventually lead to depression or worse. People who suffer from persistent, long-term pain certainly face challenges in their […]
Pain Management: Finding the Right Doctor
Patients who suffer from chronic pain conditions often experience the most treatment success by adopting a multidisciplinary approach. Chronic pain does not just affect one area of the body. It has wide-reaching effects that can change a person’s life dramatically if effective treatment is not found. Chronic pain is often miserable and can rob people […]
Chronic Pain Depression
Suffering from chronic pain can take its toll on a person’s mood and psychological state. No one wants to be in constant misery, yet this state of discomfort can impose huge changes in a person’s life that can lead to lost work, lowered productivity and a diminished interest in hobbies and activities a person once […]