Achieve Health – Retford, Nottinghamshire
Pain from past injuries such as fractures, sprains, or muscle strains may become chronic if tissues do not heal fully. In some cases, the nervous system continues to send pain signals long after the original injury has resolved.
Conditions affecting the nerves—such as neuropathy, nerve compression, or post-surgical nerve irritation—can lead to persistent pain, tingling, burning sensations, or numbness, commonly in the arms, legs, or back.
Chronic inflammatory disorders including arthritis, fibromyalgia, and autoimmune conditions can cause ongoing pain in joints, muscles, and connective tissues due to persistent inflammation.
Poor posture, repetitive strain, joint dysfunction, or muscle imbalances can place excessive stress on certain areas of the body. Over time, this strain may lead to chronic pain, particularly in the back, neck, shoulders, and hips.
Long-term stress, emotional strain, anxiety, or depression can heighten the nervous system’s sensitivity to pain. This can lower pain thresholds and amplify discomfort, even in the absence of active tissue damage.
