Chronic pain

Chronic pain is medically defined as pain that has lasted 6 months or longer.

Causes

Chronic pain is essentially caused by the bombardment of the central nervous system (CNS) with nociceptive impulses, which causes changes in the neural response.

Related Topics:
Central nervous system - Nociceptive

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The pain subsequently provokes changes in the behaviour of the patient, and the development of fear-avoidance strategies.

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As a result, the patient may also become physically atrophied and deconditioned.

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However, it is important to remember that chronic pain is multifactorial, involving psychological, physical and social factors.

Related Topics:
Multifactorial - Psychological - Physical - Social

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