Pain management: A Fresh Approach

Everyone experiences pain at some point. Many people suffer from chronic lower back problems due to structural issues.

What is the exact definition of pain?

Pain is a unique concept. Certain nerves, known as nociceptors, detect an issue and send information to the spinal cord and then the brain. If you accidentally touch a heat iron, for example, the message is sent to your spinal cord. This allows a reaction to happen. You will experience pain and the muscle will contract, which will cause you to remove your hand immediately, thus reducing any risk of injury. Pain is important in many different ways. But what about when pain lingers, whether it’s a migraine or period pain?

Analgesia

Most people have used over-the-counter analgesics such as paracetamol or anti-inflammatories, such as Ibuprofen. When things get really bad, a GP can prescribe medication, such as Tramadol or neuropathic or co-codamol. Some of us might find that this works for a little while but the pain returns. You can also suffer with side effects of medications such as constipation, drowsiness and night sweats! Fun! It may seem like a minor price to pay to be ‘pain free’ but in reality, our bodies are just adapting to the pain and learning how to deal with it. The next thing you realise is that you can’t go one day without taking painkillers.

Different approach

There are many other evidence-based forms of therapy available, such as osteopathy, acupuncture, yoga, strength training, nutrition, herbal medicine, chiropractic care, and more. For Acupuncture Evesham, consider https://www.purelandsacu.co.uk/acupuncture-evesham

Strength training, nutrition and herbal medicine, along with chiropractic care and yoga can also help us on our way to better health. Most of these methods (except for specialist services like Acupuncture and Osteopathy) can be performed at home. This helps to keep costs down.