Understanding Chronic Pain

Chronic pain differs significantly from acute pain, which typically follows an obvious injury. While acute pain serves as a direct response to trauma, chronic pain often arises without clear cause, making it essential to adopt a holistic approach to treatment. Pain is viewed not as punishment but as a protective response of the body, indicating that something needs to change to prevent further harm. This means that effective treatment for chronic pain requires looking beyond the immediate area of pain and considering the overall body dynamics and any underlying issues.