Chronic pain is a complex condition that often arises without any ongoing physical injury. Unlike traditional injury pain, which originates from damaged tissue, chronic pain can develop when the brain continuously signals pain despite healing. This phenomenon, known as nociplastic pain, occurs due to changes in how the nervous system processes pain signals. Consequently, treatment must address the underlying nervous system issues rather than focusing solely on physical rehabilitation efforts. Understanding this distinction is crucial for developing effective treatments for chronic pain conditions such as migraines and chronic back pain.
Conventional thinking dictates that pain comes from structural damage in the body, such as a sprained ankle or broken bone. But not all pain falls into this definition.
Latest research demonstrates that chronic pain doesn't necessarily mean a physical injury is present. A nervous system signaling problem can develop during the healing process.
Nociplastic pain-underlies the most common chronic pain conditions like chronic back pain and migraines. Turning off the nerve signaling problem in the brain is key.
When pain becomes chronic, the brain changes how it processes signals, involving more regions in the brain compared to acute pain.
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