Chronic pain (CP) is generally considered by most research to be pain which is ongoing and lasting for more than 3 months. For the sufferer, chronic pain is debilitating, frustrating and real. The causes are seemingly unclear according to research.
It may lead to other conditions such as depression, anxiety and delirium to name a few. Chronic pain is often associated with stigma among society due to its misunderstandings. The effect of pain relieving medication can put more stress on the body by adverse effects such as drowsiness during the day.
Musculoskeletal system and chronic pain
Bones and muscle tissue will always contribute a massive amount of energy to help PROTECT the rest of the body against pain. Muscles, ligaments and tendons will 'hold' and guard against further injury or pain. At the same time though, they are under enormous tension and stress.
Massage can help to unlock the tension gate from the musculoskeletal tissues by nourishing them with blood flow and in-turn rebooting the whole body to begin to function as it should.
Regards,
Kerrie.
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