Why The Need for Pain Scales? Most people who suffer from CRPS will tell you they never experienced such pain before. This is because of the intense nerve pain we don't usually get exposed to for long amounts of time. Perhaps the closest is a root canal or rotten tooth in your mouth that needs extracting to illustrate the "type" of unrelenting pain. One of the main challenges becomes describing … [Read more...]
What is CRPS?
CRPS, or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, is a nerve pain condition that affects the nerves, skin, muscles, and bones. It is characterized by severe, persistent pain that is out of proportion to the initial injury or event that caused it. CRPS usually affects the limbs and can have a significant impact on an individual's quality of life, mobility & function. When Pain Becomes The … [Read more...]
Visualization
Winners Use Visualization Visualization is a technique that's been used by athletes, performers, and other high-achievers for years to break goals and set records. The idea is to create a mental image of yourself successfully completing a task or achieving a goal. By visualizing success, you can improve your confidence, motivation, and performance. When you visualize yourself achieving a … [Read more...]
Mindfulness
Have you Heard of Mindfulness? Mindfulness goes back all the way to ancient Buddhist teachings. Mindfulness meditation has been practiced for thousands of years as a way to develop clarity and insight. The idea is to cultivate an awareness of the present moment by focusing on your breath, bodily sensations, and the thoughts that arise. By noticing these things without judgment, you can learn … [Read more...]
Allodynia
Allodynia is when you feel intense pain from things that don't normally cause pain, like a soft breeze, change in temperature or pressure, or light touch. It's a symptom of conditions like cluster migraines, Trigeminal Neuralgia, CRPS, and fibromyalgia. Nociceptors are sensory nerve endings in our body that detect pain. They react to harmful triggers, like mechanical, thermal, or chemical … [Read more...]