For a long time, we’ve been ingrained with the belief that pain should be eradicated, as though it were the ultimate evil. Consequently, we’ve grown more attuned to pain, becoming reliant on painkillers, and even exhibiting hypochondriac tendencies, magnifying the slightest discomfort into an agonizing ordeal.

There’s a pervasive lack of understanding about pain, which ironically intensifies the suffering. What gives rise to pain? How can one cope with pain without succumbing to panic? An extensive array of medications exists to dull any conceivable pain, from headaches to hemorrhoids. However, there’s far less knowledge about the fact that 90% of the pain is self-limiting, not always indicative of poor health, and often a consequence of stress, tension, worry, suppressed anger, frustration, rage, inadequate sleep, an imbalanced diet, lack of exercise, excessive drinking or smoking, or other forms of bodily abuse.

The most overlooked aspect of pain is addressing the root cause instead of resorting to painkillers. People mistakenly believe that something dreadful awaits them, possibly worse than death. On the flip side, physicians, unable to identify an organic cause of pain, label it as ‘psychogenic,’ leading individuals to feel indignant or insulted. Sometimes, pain may stem from ‘conversion hysteria,’ as explained by Jean Charcot, suggesting that physical symptoms originate from emotional disturbances.

Undoubtedly, it’s unwise to ignore symptoms that could be a warning of a potentially serious illness. Neglect is not the answer to hypochondria. It’s essential to enhance awareness about the functioning of the human body, in order to avoid indiscriminate pill-popping and heedless disregard for genuine symptoms.

Of all types of pain, understanding the concept of threshold pain is particularly crucial. Nearly everyone encounters aches and discomfort triggered by fatigue, reaching a threshold that manifests as migraines, deep abdominal pain, cramps, backaches, or sharp joint pain. Once we comprehend the connection between these threshold pains and their triggers, we can manage them calmly and appropriately, working towards resolution. If the pain persists, consulting a doctor is always an option.

Lack of knowledge about the nature of pain leads to a lack of understanding about the mechanism of painkillers or drugs. These substances mask pain without rectifying the underlying condition, numbing the body’s signals to the brain that something is amiss. This suppression of pain exacts a significant toll on the body, disregarding the fundamental causes.

Consider professional athletes as an example. They’re often at a disadvantage as they’re compelled to remain active. Consequently, it’s unsurprising that numerous star athletes are prematurely sidelined, primarily due to excessive treatment of their injuries rather than the injuries themselves.

Have you encountered pain triggered by fatigue, stress, or tension? How have you managed it thus far? What strategies have been effective? If the pain persists, what factors have prevented your healing? Feel free to share your experiences in the comments section.