Is Your Pain Serious and What Does It Mean?

Common Types of Body Pains - And What They Mean

Ouch - what’s that pain?

It is very common to feel certain types of body pain, however is it serious and what does it mean? According to an Institute of Health and Welfare, one out of five people experience body pain that can last up to months and sometimes, years. In addition, there are many more who experience minor aches and pains. 

We explore some of the most common types of body pain in this article.

1. Muscle pain 

Some people frequently try to perform things their muscles aren't prepared to do. Some examples are lifting weights at the gym or even as simple as gardening. To relieve muscle pain from overuse, your local doctor or healthcare practitioner may recommend hot showers, some stretching, or chiropractic.

2. Neck pain

The degree and length of neck pain symptoms can vary. Neck discomfort is frequently acute and only lasts a few days or weeks. It can also become chronic at times. Your neck pain could be minimal and not interfere with your regular activities, or it could be severe and cause impairment. Here are some symptoms you may experience:

  stiff neck
  pain when moving
  headache
  numbness. 

Depending on your specific needs, your GP may recommend a chiropractor for neck pain to devise a treatment plan depending on your needs. This may involve certain manual therapy or rehabilitative activities.

How do chiropractors treat neck pain?

Chiropractors commonly treat neck pain through a hands on technique known as a chiropractic adjustment. This technique aims to help address neck pain and increase mobility. By targeting stiff or stuck joints, chiropractors help to increase joint range of motion, improve flexibility and take pressure off the area. 

This approach helps to reduce pain brought on by pinched nerves, muscle tension and spasms, poor posture and other musculoskeletal issues.

3. Pelvic pain

Pelvic discomfort is more frequent in women. Menstrual cramps and tendonitis are common reasons. Other probable causes include weak or damaged muscles and connective tissues in the pelvis. Medication and physical therapy are possible treatment options. 

4. Abdominal pain

Abdominal pain may occur as a result of overeating. You may feel temporary relief as a remedy to indigestion by simply waiting it out. Constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, and food poisoning are all typical causes of abdominal pain. In more severe circumstances, stomach pain may be caused by appendicitis or gallstones. Treatment options vary greatly depending on the

cause.

5. The Flu or a Virus

Body pain can mean you have the flu, the common cold, or other viral or bacterial diseases.

When this happens, the immune system sends white blood cells to attack the infection. This can cause inflammation, causing the muscles in the body to feel achy and stiff.

Wrap Up

Mild body pain that goes away with rest, water, and over-the-counter medication are usually not a cause for concern. Body aches, on the other hand, can be a sign of a more serious underlying illness. If a person has frequent or persistent bodily aches, or aches that occur in conjunction with other, more serious symptoms, they should consult a doctor, chiropractor or local healthcare practitioner for correct diagnosis and treatment.

Grappin Clinic has been successfully treating patients for muscle pain, neck pain, back pain, etc. since 1977. Call 941-426-9551 today to schedule a visit to one of our seven SW Florida locations. We look forward to helping you as well!

Article by Marshall Thurlow (articlefactory.com)