What is chronic pain?
Pain is considered chronic when it persists for more than three months. It can become a distinct medical condition, separate from its initial cause – the nervous system has, in a sense, 'learned' the pain.
Many sufferers have already tried various approaches: physiotherapy, painkillers, numerous referrals. This is precisely where modern pain therapy focuses – by asking what actually perpetuates the pain.
What are the symptoms of chronic pain?
Chronic pain affects the entire person:
- persistent or recurring pain
- restricted movement and protective posture
- sleep disorders and fatigue
- decreased capacity and quality of life
- frequently also low mood and social withdrawal
What causes chronic pain?
Chronic pain is caused by persistent tissue or nerve irritation, improperly processed pain signals, and the interplay of physical and psychological stressors. Often, several factors are involved.
Welche Prognose kann ich erwarten?
Chronic pain often cannot be completely eliminated, but with multimodal therapy, it can be significantly alleviated and quality of life improved.
What are the risk factors for chronic pain?
- pre-existing conditions and previous injuries
- incorrect loading and physical inactivity
- chronic stress
- inadequately treated acute pain
What treatment methods are available for chronic pain?
Multimodal pain therapy is considered particularly effective, combining movement, medical treatment, and psychological support. Instead of merely suppressing symptoms, it addresses the underlying factors that perpetuate the pain.
Welche Vorbeugungen können getroffen werden?
Early and adequate treatment of acute pain, as well as physical activity instead of prolonged rest, are preventive.
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Wie verläuft der typische Zeitablauf?
Chronic pain is defined as pain that persists for longer than three to six months. The pain can take on a life of its own and develop a 'pain memory'.
Welche Komplikationen können auftreten?
- Depression and sleep disorders
- Withdrawal and loss of activity
- Painkiller dependence with uncontrolled use
How does Clínica Es Castell help with chronic pain?
Clínica Es Castell in Palma picks up where others have left off: with time, precise diagnostics, and a holistic view of the individual. With ultrasound diagnostics (Philips EPIQ 7), you receive results directly on-site, without a referral.
Orthopedic medicine, regenerative therapies, medical training therapy, and pain psychology are interconnected here. More on this in the section Orthopedics & Pain Therapy; for co-occurring fatigue, we incorporate Regeneration & Longevity .
Häufig gestellte Fragen
When is pain considered chronic?
When it lasts longer than three to six months or recurs repeatedly.
What helps with chronic pain?
A multimodal treatment consisting of exercise, physiotherapy, psychological support, and – where necessary – medication.
Is chronic pain curable?
Not always completely, but it can usually be significantly alleviated.
Finde mehr Informationen
- IQWiG / gesundheitsinformation.de – gesundheitsinformation.de
- German Pain Society – schmerzgesellschaft.de