Chronic Pain: Causes, Symptoms & Effective Management

Living with osteoarthritis of the knees and hips

In 2007, arthritis and conditions related to it cost the U.S. economy almost $128 billion in medical care and indirect expenses. The most widespread form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is sometimes called “wear and tear” arthritis. Osteoarthritis is characterized by the chronic degeneration of the cartilage that cushions our joints. This cartilage allows for easy, smooth movement. When cartilage is worn away, bone rubs directly on bone, causing pain, stiffness, inflammation, and tenderness. Weight-bearing…

by chronicillness•02/24/202308/23/2025•0

Innovative Treatment for Phantom Limb Pain

Did you know that the majority of people who have had a limb amputated still report feeling some sensation in the removed limb, such as itching or tingling? As many as 80% of amputees experience a type of this phantom limb pain. This can manifest as almost any sort of pain, such as stabbing, throbbing, or burning. Pain can last anywhere from minutes to hours to days, with some amputees in constant pain for decades.…

by chronicillness•02/23/202308/23/2025•0

Great Exercise Tips for Those With RA

For those with a chronic pain condition like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the idea of exercising seems laughable. How can one possibly work up the energy to get physical when they feel so stiff, sore, and tired? The pain management specialists at Chronicillness.co Site of United States realizes how difficult this sounds, but it is vital to a patient’s health. Studies have shown that exercising, even when dealing with RA, can have a positive effect on…

by chronicwoman•02/23/202308/23/2025•0

The invisible pain of neuralgia

Neuralgia is sharp, and often severe, pain that runs along the path of a nerve. The basic cause of neuralgia pain is damage or irritation of a nerve. This damage or irritation can be caused by several different conditions, from disease to trauma. Causes of neuralgia To understand the cause of neuralgia, it’s first necessary to understand how nerves work. The nervous system is responsible for carrying information back and forth from the brain to…

by chronicillness•02/22/202308/23/2025•0

Pain without a reason: complex regional pain syndrome

Imagine waking up with intense, burning pain for no reason, or undergoing surgery only to find that the accompanying pain increases and spreads until it forces the use of a wheelchair. Worse still, imagine spending months—or even years—going to physicians who are unable to diagnose the condition. This is the grim reality for people with complex regional pain syndrome. The symptoms of complex regional pain syndrome can be very different from person to person. Once…

by chronicillness•02/21/202308/23/2025•1

The Benefits of Support Groups

At Chronicillness.co Site of United States, the pain specialists understand that there are multiple avenues in which to treat chronic pain. Alternative therapies like support groups can be combined with clinical therapies like injections, minimally invasive procedures, medications, and other treatments to best benefit the chronic pain patient. For anyone dealing with chronic pain, sometimes it may seem like you are the only one out there who is going through a difficult time. But this…

by chronicwoman•02/21/202308/23/2025•0

The Mental and Emotional Impact of Chronic Pain

Chronic pain is a condition that is far more complex than a physical set of symptoms. Pain that lasts long-term has a significant emotional and mental impact, and for that reason, some chronic pain disorders have been called “suicide disease.” Because chronic pain is more than physical symptoms, the pain specialists at Chronicillness.co Site of United States focuses on an approach that is holistic – or encompassing the entire nature of the patient; physical, mental,…

by chronicwoman•02/20/202308/23/2025•0

KT Tape for Hypermobility and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome

It is not uncommon to see those with hypermobility and EDS covered in an abundance of brightly coloured KT tape. Kinesio tape comes highly recommended for those with hypermobility, however, just like most modalities, there are those that find it helpful and those who do not. There is an abundance of claims when it comes to using KT tape, ranging from injury prevention to increased circulation. However, what does the research say about taping joints…

by chronicillness•02/19/202308/23/2025•0

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Chronic Pain

A lesser-known condition, chronic fatigue syndrome, sometimes called CFS, is a condition that makes patients feel so tired that they can’t do all of their normal, daily activities. There are other symptoms too, but feeling very tired for at least 6 months is the main one. Many people improve in a year or two and do not relapse. Some people continue to have severe fatigue and other symptoms for many years. CFS is still not…

by chronicwoman•02/19/202308/23/2025•0

Breathing Exercises to Calm Pain

Here at The Chronicilness.co of the United States, we know that living with chronic pain can be stressful. But one of the best ways patients can help reduce the stress in their lives is by learning how to relax through breathing exercises. Deep breathing helps lower stress in the body because breathing deeply sends a message to the brain to calm down and relax. The brain then sends this message to the body. Deep breathing…

by chronicwoman•02/18/202308/23/2025•0