Pain is the body’s natural response to an injury or illness. Injury is a reaction that acts as a warning sign that something is wrong. However, pain usually subsides when your body heals. For many people, the pain doesn’t subside. If pain lasts for 3 to 6 months or more, it is known as chronic pain. Chronic pain syndrome is a vicious cycle created when that chronic pain leads to complications, increasing the original pain. At Austin Neurosurgeons, it is our goal to help each one of our patients feel and perform at their best. We offer treatments and support for those suffering from chronic pain syndrome to achieve relief and improved well-being.
What is Chronic Pain Syndrome?
When you are in pain day in and day out, day after day, it can have an overwhelming toll on your physical and emotional health. Chronic pain syndrome is recognized as a condition when pain lasts beyond six months, and when patients experience symptoms beyond just pain alone. Symptoms can include depression and anxiety which affect daily life. Although it is not certain what causes CPS, it often begins with an injury or painful condition including:
- Back pain
- Arthritis and joint pain
- Headaches
- Muscle strains
- Muscle sprains
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Fibromyalgia
- Cancer
- Nerve damage
- Lyme disease
- Endometriosis
- And more
Symptoms
Chronic pain syndrome impacts physical health, emotions, and even social life. The pain can eventually lead to additional symptoms including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trouble sleeping
- Irritability
- Drug or substance abuse
- Suicidal thoughts
Treatment Options
At Austin Neurosurgeons, we offer personalized treatments and therapy tailored to your specific source of pain and symptoms. We take a functional approach to treating CPS including physical therapy, spinal cord stimulation, nerve blocks, medication, and more. In the hands of our caring specialists, we will work with you one-on-one to help alleviate your pain and achieve improved health and well-being.
Contact Us
If you are experiencing ongoing pain that is taking a toll on your daily life, the specialists here at Austin Neurosurgeons can help. Reach out to us today to learn more about our personalized therapies and treatments for chronic pain syndrome. Contact us today and schedule your consultation for relief.