50.2 million people in America suffer from chronic pain. This means 1 in 5 Americans is experiencing some kind of chronic pain. This includes those suffering from cancer, a heart condition, arthritis, osteoporosis, or any disease or condition that causes chronic pain.

Chronic pain is pain that is persistent and lasts for more than three months, and pain from arthritis can last for a lifetime. This pain can be from an injury too that doesn’t heal quickly or takes longer than normal healing time. Everyone experiences chronic pain differently, and the pain differs on most days as it ranges from mild to severe.

People with chronic pain can find difficulty in daily living tasks. However, there are certain ways you can alleviate chronic pain.

Hot and Cold Therapy

Many physical techniques to manage chronic pain are effective. One of these techniques is hot and cold therapy. It’s a safe and common technique. When heat is applied to the muscles, it relaxes them while dilating the blood vessels.

Cold therapy involves applying ice wrapped in a towel or an ice pack, and it’s applied to the skin. It helps reduce blood flow and the pain caused by inflammation.

Massage

A lot of people benefit from massaging as it is a form of soft-tissue manipulation used for managing pain. Massage allows the body to relax, increases flexibility, improves body posture, reduces inflammation and stiffness, and improves blood circulation. It’s a promising way to alleviate lower back pain.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is the practice of using thin needles to penetrate the skin at precise points to provide pain relief in the body. It can help manage chronic pain and provide short-term relief from pain. It also relaxes the body and reduces inflammation and muscle spasms. For safe acupuncture, only go to a practitioner who will use sterile needles in a safe and clean environment.

Yoga

Yoga is a mindfulness practice, and it can help those suffering from chronic pain control and cope with their pain. It can strengthen, relax, and allow more flexibility in the body through specific poses and stretching that can reduce pain in certain body areas.

Drug Therapy

Medication and drugs are available to help relieve chronic pain. This includes opioids, cannabis, and a range of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Some drugs might be more suitable or effective for certain people than others.

These drugs can treat mild or severe pain for a short period of time. Taking them for longer isn’t recommended as they can be addictive. Anti-depressants also help with pain relief, and beta-blockers are sometimes recommended by doctors for migraines. Medical cannabis is effective for managing pain; however, it’s doesn't last long.

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