Dealing with Pains: Causes and Treatment

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Where does pain come from?

Pain due to injury begins at special pain receptors scattered throughout the body. These pain receptors transmit signals as electrical impulses along nerves to the spinal cord and then upward to the brain. Sometimes the signal evokes a reflex response (see figure Reflex Arc: A No-Brainer ).

Where can I discuss my pain?

Discuss your pain on the Pain Link helpline (1300 340 357), which is staffed by volunteers with personal experience of chronic pain. Learn more here about the development and quality assurance of healthdirect content. Need more information?

Is pain a common condition?

Pain is a very common condition. The occurrence of pain rises as people get older, and women are more likely to experience pain than men. Acute pain – a normal response to an injury or medical condition. It starts suddenly and is usually short-lived. Chronic pain – continues beyond the time expected for healing.

What Is Pains

1. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/nerve-pain
2. https://www.healthline.com/health/pain
3. https://www.britannica.com/science/pain
4. https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/pain
5. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/145750
6. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pain
7. https://www.painaustralia.org.au/about-pain/painaustralia-what-is-pain

Pains Information

1. https://www.nps.org.au/pain-management-hub/consumers/information-about-understanding-pain
2. https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/pain-and-pain-management-adults
3. https://www.qld.gov.au/health/services/specialists/persistent-pain/understanding-pain/pain-explained
4. https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-au/home/brain,-spinal-cord,-and-nerve-disorders/pain/overview-of-pain
5. https://www.anzca.edu.au/patient-information/pain-medicine-information-for-patients-and-carers/what-is-pain