Chronic pain, by definition, is a long-lasting form of pain. If you're part of the 20 percent of American adults with chronic pain, you know the symptoms can affect every part of your life. You…
What Does Chronic Pain Feel Like?
Millions of American adults suffer from chronic pain, about 20 percent – too many, in fact. If you’re experiencing pain, don’t wait for it to go away on its own because it probably won’t. Once…
You Can Live With Chronic Pain
You smashed your hand in the car door, and it's hurt and swollen. The why of the pain is obvious, and relief may involve an ice pack or a pain reliever. But months later, you…
What is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome?
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition most often affecting one of the limbs (arms, legs, hands, or feet), usually after an injury or trauma to that limb. CRPS is believed to…
How Stress Fosters Inflammation
Whenever the immune system is attacked by infections (viruses or bacteria), toxins, or even physical injury (such as a knee injury), it creates an inflammatory response — sending out messengers known as…