Unrelieved chronic pain

Overview

Pain is your body's natural reaction to an accident or sickness, and it serves as a warning sign that something is wrong. You normally stop aching when your body recovers. However, for many people, pain persists long after the source of it has passed. Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts for three to six months or longer. When you are in pain on a daily basis, it can have a negative impact on your emotional and physical health.

Almost everyone will have neck or back pain at some time in their lives. It is one of the most prevalent medical issues encountered by emergency room and general care physicians. The good news is that these neck and back episodes are usually self-limiting or transient. They normally improve on their own, however some bouts may be more severe than others.

About 25% of persons who suffer from chronic pain will develop chronic pain syndrome (CPS). This is when patients have symptoms other than pain, such as sadness and anxiety, which interfere with their everyday life. CPS is difficult to cure, but it is not impossible. A combination of therapies like as counseling, physical therapy, and relaxation methods can help ease your pain and other symptoms.