08 Mar 2008 12:27:47 | D. Herren
Anyone that suffers with a chronic pain condition knows that it
not only affects the body, but also the mind. Its effect on a
sufferers mind can almost be worse than the pain itself. Chronic
pain becomes chronic when pain does not go away after the normal
healing time allowed. This usually is around 6 months. Acute
pain is the direct result of an injury or disease. Acute pain
heals, chronic pain stays.
It is estimated that nearly 30% of the population suffers with
chronic pain. The pain can cause depression and anxiety in most
patients. This is only natural. When the body is fighting pain
all the time, the body becomes tense and can react in the
classic, “Fight or Flight Response”. This natural state of mind
and body is a reaction that is embedded in all humans and
animals. When the body is under stress, we react by either
“taking flight” or running, or “fighting”.
Getting stuck in this pattern can add to the pain and suffering.
How? If your body is tense and anxiety ridden on a constant
basis, usually other problems will occur such as irritable bowel
syndrome, pelvic muscle pain, migraine headaches, ulcers, and
the list goes on and on.
Learning to deal with chronic pain conditions AND the
repercussions of it is key.
In order to get pain under control, there are many options for
people to choose from. Of course, the more natural, drug-free
methods are recommended. But in most cases, drugs such as
Oxycodone may be recommended. (See Oxycodone
Online)
1. Exercise
One of the best methods for breaking pain levels and calming
down the “Fight or Flight Response” is EXERCISE. Yes, it is
simple. But it creates a greater chemical pain reduction in the
human body than most strong pain medications...even Morphine !
Exercise, even if just a gradual walk, can make a huge impact on
chronic pain.
2. Medications
Medications can help reduce a persons pain level dramatically
and can help that person live a more normal life. The strength
and type of medication should be determined by an expert in
chronic pain. The right medication can make all the difference
in the world. One drawback of medication is the possibility of
addiction.
3. Meditation
Learning meditation can greatly reduce stress and pain. This can
be in the form of yoga or just sitting quiet everyday for 20
minutes. Meditation can be easily learned by anyone. One of the
most common methods of meditating is sitting in a quiet place,
and only focusing on the breath. When other thoughts occur, it
is important to just let them go and focus back on the breath.
Meditation and yoga are becoming more popular for all sorts of
ailments ranging from high blood pressure to panic attacks.
Want to really give chronic pain a knock out punch?
Do all three in combination...Exercise, Medication, and
Meditation.
Stick with all three and you will almost be certain that your
pain levels will decrease. No one should have to suffer from
chronic pain. But if you do, it CAN be managed!
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