Pain

People on long term opioid therapy are ‘irrational’ and unable to engage in shared decision making, according to Dr Mark Sullivan

In my many years working as a patient advocate, in the area of chronic pain, I have seen and heard a lot of…garbage. People talk a lot of garbage, and pain science seems to attract a lot of garbage science. And yes, garbage scientists. It… Read More »People on long term opioid therapy are ‘irrational’ and unable to engage in shared decision making, according to Dr Mark Sullivan

Chronic Primary Pain vs Chronic Secondary Pain – what is the difference?

by ArthriticChick
Pain

I have been working as a patient advocate in chronic pain for many years. As I have learned about chronic pain, the science, and the neuroscience of pain, I have realised that a huge part of the problem, and a reason for the untreated pain… Read More »Chronic Primary Pain vs Chronic Secondary Pain – what is the difference?

What is Central Sensitisation?

Central sensitization is a process that occurs in the central nervous system (CNS) in response to chronic or persistent pain. It is characterized by an increased sensitivity to pain, a decrease in the threshold for pain, and an increased spread of pain to areas that were not previously affected.

What is Nociplastic Pain?

Nociplastic pain is caused by changes in the way the nervous system processes pain signals, rather than by injury or damage to the body’s tissues. This type of pain is often described as burning, stabbing, or shooting. It’s caused by a malfunction in the nervous system, and it is not well understood

What is Chronic Primary Pain?

Chronic primary pain, also known as idiopathic pain, is a type of pain that is not caused by an underlying condition or injury. It is considered “primary” because it is the main condition or injury causing the pain, rather than a complication or side effect of another condition or injury.

What is Neuropathic Pain?

Neuropathic pain is a type of chronic pain that is caused by damage or injury to the nervous system. The pain is often described as burning, tingling, shooting, or electric shock-like sensations. It can also be accompanied by numbness or weakness. Neuropathic pain can be… Read More »What is Neuropathic Pain?

What is Chronic Secondary Pain?

Chronic secondary pain is a type of pain that is the result of an underlying condition or injury. It is considered “secondary” because it is not the primary condition or injury causing the pain, but rather a symptom or complication of a disease or injury

What is Nociceptive Pain?

Nociceptive pain is the type of pain caused by injury or damage to tissue, such as a burn or a cut. It is typically described as a sharp or aching pain and is mediated by specialized nerve fibres called nociceptors. These fibres send signals to the brain indicating that the body has been damaged, leading to the sensation of pain.

Definition of Pain

Pain is a complex and subjective experience that is the body’s response to harmful stimuli. It is a warning system that alerts the body to potential injury or damage, and it can vary greatly in intensity, duration, and quality.