How To Control Breakthrough Pain in 3 Simple Ways

Have you ever experienced sudden spikes of extreme pain and your pain medication can’t control it? What have you done to control it?

It can be real tough to tame a breakthrough pain, even more if you do not know what to do aside from taking your medication.

Breakthrough pain usually comes quickly and lasts for almost an hour. Thus, painkillers cannot make quick effect to help you lessen the pain. Narcotics, also known as opiods, are often needed to control the pain. Many people with arthritis or low back pain often deal with this kind of flare ups.

If you or someone you know experience breakthrough pain, these simple ways could help them:

1. Take note when the breakthrough pain occurs

A detailed note that states when your breakthrough pain starts and ended and what you did to control it will help you work with your doctor on ways to ease the pain.

2. Consider therapies

One of the most common approaches, aside from medication, is physical therapy. It offers safe exercise which helps in strengthening the body and increasing its flexibility.

3. Treat your anxiety or depression

Chronic pain and back pain are interrelated. If you are struggling with depression or anxiety, it is recommended for you to get treatment. Chronic pain can lead to depression and depression can worsen your pain.

It is recommended that you discuss your depression with your doctor and request for a referral to a psychologist or psychiatrist.

Breakthrough pain’s unpredictable nature can be really difficult to bear. Knowing your symptoms and closely taking note of them, considering all the possible options for relief and taking action if depression and anxiety are dragging you down can make your condition a little better. These ways are simple yet ignored most of the times. Remember, though ways are simple, they can make a big impact. So, why not try?

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