Did you know that about 80% of adults will deal with body pains at some point in their lives? Issues with the bones, muscles, spine, and nervous system are the most common causes of long-term pain and even disability. Pains in these areas are often caused by overuse, as well as repetitive strain and other physical activity-related injuries.

Here are some of the most common symptoms of bone, muscle, spine, or nervous system pain:

* Fatigue

* Numbness and/or tingling

* Muscle twitching

* Stiff and achy feeling

* Local or even widespread pain that worsens with movement

Let’s talk about the four types of pain and the symptoms that are specifically associated with them.

Bone Pain

People who suffer from this will experience a deep and penetrating pain. Bone pain can be caused by various issues, including fracture. It can also be a symptom of bone cancer, which is among the most common forms of cancer. This type of pain should not be ignored. If you experience bone pain, you should visit your physician to have tests done.

Joint Pain

This type of pain is characterized by aches and stiffness that gets even more aggravated when moving the joints. Joint pains are also often accompanied by redness and swelling in the areas of concern as well.

Nerve Pain

You can tell it is nerve pain when you feel a shooting, tingling, numbing, or burning sensation. This type of pain may also be accompanied by loss of strength.

Muscle or Ligament Pain

Pain that is dull and achy but less severe than bone pain is likely to be muscle pain. When a muscle gets torn or strained, you will feel a sharp and pulling sensation during the range of motion of that particular muscle. When this happens pain may or may not be present. It all depends on how extensive the damage is.

When you are in pain, you shouldn’t just guess what the problem is. Remember that bone, nerve, spine, or muscle pain is best treated when the cause is properly identified. You would need a trained chiropractor to identify and treat these kinds of pain.

If you have been experiencing any kind of pain, it’s best that you visit Back in Balance and we’ll do everything to give you relief! Call us so we can schedule your visit!