Unrelenting pain can make life difficult to manage. Chronic muscle pain can be caused by so many different conditions and illnesses. This type of pain is sometimes called Myofascial Pain Syndrome. This condition can affect people in very significant ways, limiting mobility and possibly leading to depression. This condition is marked by pain and inflammation…
DetailsProblems with the jaw area can result in temporomandibular disorders. This condition, or “TMD” for short, is often mistakenly referred to as “TMJ.” Problems can affect the jaw, jaw joint or surrounding facial muscles. These parts of the face are responsible for the chewing function and movement of the mouth. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is…
DetailsAll of us have experienced the annoying and occasionally debilitating discomfort of muscle pain. Causes: It can be brought on by a host of conditions and injuries, including: Sprains Strains Falls Illness Trauma Repetitive motion. Even a mild workout or a night of dancing can lead to muscle pain. Certain jobs that are physically taxing…
DetailsThis is one of the most painful conditions known to medicine. Even the slightest touch to the skin can cause excruciating pain. This chronic pain condition affects the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensations between your face and your brain. A slight touch to the face can trigger the pain. Washing your face, shaving, applying makeup,…
DetailsTypes of Pain and its Causes Different types of pain that can make life challenging for sufferers. Acute pain is usually short-lived and can disappear when the injury or illness is resolved. However, chronic pain endures much longer and can be indefinite. Chronic pain is said to be pain that lasts six months or longer.…
DetailsNegative feelings and emotions can lead to physical pain and make existing pain more pronounced. Also, people who suffer from chronic pain are prone to psychological issues that can include anxiety, stress, depression and feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. The mind-body connection is strong and the relationship between depression, anxiety and pain has been the…
DetailsIn addition to the physical sensations of pain, there are psychological factors that may come into play. Pain is a very individual experience that is subjective. Everyone has a different tolerance to pain and patients cope with it in different ways. People’s beliefs about pain and the coping mechanisms they use play a role in…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsStress, 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…
DetailsIt’s easy to get caught up in negativity and depression when dealing with pain of any kind, especially if it’s chronic pain. Cognitive restructuring is a therapeutic method used to help people sort through their negative emotions and issues. The chatter in our heads is a powerful force that can help us achieve goals and…
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