Name that Pain
This type of pain is short-lived (<6 months) and often results from simple injuries.
What is Acute Pain?
This is the pathway pain signals travel along, from the site of injury to the brain.
(Think broad, this is one of 11 major systems of the body)
What is the Nervous System?
Pain from this chronic condition affects the joints (Inflammation) and often worsens with age.
What is Arthritis?
This class of drugs includes aspirin and ibuprofen, commonly used to treat inflammation and pain.
What are NSAIDs?
In many cultures, this practice combines meditation and stretching movements to help manage chronic pain.
What is Yoga?
This pain results from damage to nerves, often described as burning or tingling.
(I can't feel my legs)
What is Neuropathic Pain?
These natural painkillers are released by the body during exercise or stress.
What are Endorphins?
This condition causes intense, throbbing head pain, often accompanied by nausea and light sensitivity.
What are Migraines?
True or false: Applying heat to an injury is always the best way to relieve pain.
What is False?
True or false: Emotional stress can amplify the perception of pain.
What is True?
Pain originating from internal organs, often described as deep and hard to localize.
(Not now partner, my tummy hurts)
What is Visceral Pain?
This term describes the body’s process of increasing or decreasing pain signals in the spinal cord.
What is Pain Modulation?
This type of pain follows amputation and feels as though it’s coming from the missing limb.
What is Phantom Limb Pain?
This non-pharmacological therapy involves the insertion of thin needles at specific body points.
What is Dry Needling / Acupuncture?
True or false: People with higher levels of social support often report lower pain intensity.
What is True?
Pain that persists for more than 6 months, even after the initial injury heals.
What is Chronic Pain?
The "fight or flight" response, which can amplify or dull pain, is controlled by this part of the autonomic nervous system.
What is the Sympathetic Nervous System?
This term refers to pain along the sciatic nerve, often caused by a herniated disk or spinal stenosis.
What is Sciatica?
True or false: Chronic pain always indicates ongoing tissue damage.
What is False?
This emotional response to chronic pain can lead to withdrawal from activities and social isolation.
What is Depression?
This type of pain comes from the skin, muscles, or bones and is often sharp or throbbing.
(Stab or Gunshot Wound, ouch)
What is Somatic Pain?
This term describes the brain’s ability to change and adapt its response to pain over time.
What is Neuroplasticity?
This condition, often linked to repetitive motion, causes pain and numbness in the wrist and hand.
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
This over-the-counter medication is commonly used for mild to moderate pain but lacks anti-inflammatory properties.
What is Tylenol (Acetaminophen)?
This psychological phenomenon occurs when someone experiences pain relief after receiving an inert treatment they believe is effective.
What is the "Placebo Effect"?