Chronic Discomfort

Poor posture, stress, and overuse can lead to chronic muscle tension, causing aches and stiffness throughout the body.

Headaches are a very common condition that most people experience at some point in their lives. Tension headaches and migraines, while not always severe, can be recurrent and contribute to chronic discomfort. While the exact cause of headaches is still being investigated, we do know that it’s not the brain itself that feels pain. The pain originates from signals sent by irritated nerves in the muscles, blood vessels, and tissues surrounding your head and neck.

Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a common discomfort in the upper part of your belly. It describes a general feeling of pain or uneasiness after eating. It’s important to note that indigestion is different from heartburn, although they can sometimes occur together. Heartburn is a specific burning sensation in the middle of your chest, often caused by stomach acid traveling up into the esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach).

Arthritis isn’t a single disease, but an umbrella term for a group of conditions that cause pain and inflammation in the joints. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, and they can affect people of all ages, although it’s more common in older adults. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. The severity of these symptoms can vary depending on the type of arthritis. In some cases, there may also be redness, warmth around the joint, and decreased range of motion. Two of the most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is caused by wear and tear on the cartilage, the cushioning tissue at the ends of bones. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, where the body’s immune system attacks the joints.

Chronic condition that causes widespread pain and tenderness throughout the body, along with fatigue, sleep problems, and emotional and mental distress. Unlike arthritis, which primarily affects the joints, fibromyalgia can cause pain all over, including the muscles, ligaments, and tendons.

Neuropathy refers to nerve damage that causes weakness, numbness, and pain, usually in the hands and feet but also potentially affecting other areas and body functions. It’s an umbrella term encompassing various conditions that can damage peripheral nerves, which are the nerves located outside of the brain and spinal cord. Common causes include disease, vitamin deficiencies, toxins, trauma, and inherited conditions.

Stress is a natural response to a perceived threat or challenge. It’s the “fight-or-flight” reaction that helps you deal with danger. When you experience stress, your body releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, which increase your heart rate, breathing, and blood sugar levels. This prepares you to take action in a challenging situation. Can include headaches, muscle tension, fatigue, stomachaches, and difficulty sleeping. You might also experience emotional symptoms like irritability, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating.

Feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about a future event or situation. It’s a normal human emotion, but it can become problematic when it’s excessive, persistent, and interferes with daily life. Can cause physical symptoms like a racing heart, rapid breathing, sweating, and muscle tension. You might also experience emotional symptoms like restlessness, feeling on edge, fear, or difficulty concentrating. In severe cases, anxiety can lead to panic attacks.