Pain is an unfortunate sensation that we all experience at one time or another. It can greatly disrupt our every day lives and can range from mild or moderate, to severe and unbearable. Although some pain may be so uncomfortable that it seems as though there is nothing you can do to alleviate it, there are ways you can manage your pain.
Instructions
1. Identify the type of pain it is. Pain can be physical, mental, and emotional. In order to know properly identify the pain, you need be know which part of you it is impacting. You also need to know if the pain is being caused by an underlying disease or illness. Sometimes one kind of pain can cause another so emotional pain can cause you to hurt physically and vice versa. If you’re experiencing these pains separately, or in a combination, take steps to treat each type of pain.
2. Speak with your doctor. Explain to her exactly what the pain feels like so she can try to identify any potential causes and run any necessary tests. Follow all of the doctor's orders regarding what you should and should not do to help to ease your pain. A doctor may recommend physical therapy, psychological counseling, or some other form of therapy to help manage your pain.
3. Take prescribed or over the counter pain medication. Many pain killers are available in your local pharmacy or drug store. NSAIDs and analgesics can both be useful in treating pain. Check with your doctor before taking any medication to see what the best options are and if the medications are safe to take with the condition that may be causing the pain.
4. Eliminate anything that may be aggravating the pain. Sometimes certain foods can make pain worse and so can certain physical activities. Pay attention to the times when pain flares up and take note of what you were doing when it happened. You may have to eliminate certain foods and activities so you don’t aggravate your pain.
5. Get enough rest so that your body has time to recuperate. Pain that comes from strenuous activity or overexertion can be lessened by listening to your body and allowing yourself to get enough rest. Muscles need time to rest and sleeping gives your body time to recharge.
6. Soak in a nice hot bath. Add some Epsom salt to the bath water since it’s good for pain. Hot baths help to relax muscles and soothe aches and pains. Epsom salt is magnesium sulfate, which can improve your nerve function and deliver sulfates through your skin. When used in a bath, it can relieve tension, draw out toxins, reduce swelling and relax your muscles.
7. Talk to someone. If you’re experiencing mental or emotional pain, you may be suffering from a mental illness. Mental illnesses are treatable and counseling and medication can help to alleviate some of your pain.
8. Learn some exercises relaxation techniques. Physical activity helps to keep blood circulating and keeps your muscles from tightening up. Yoga can be very helpful for managing pain because it has many different poses that specifically deal with certain areas of the body.
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