01/26/2023
Did you know that taking care of your body may be one of the best ways to prevent chronic pain?
😴 Getting enough sleep allows the body to maintain and restore function. A lack of sleep increases sensitivity to pain and blocks hormone centers that provide natural pain relief. Constant fatigue can also lead to conditions like fibromyalgia and migraines.
🏃♂️ Exercising doesn't always mean going out for a 5-mile run, sometimes it simply means moving around to stay active. Long periods of inactivity increase risk factors for developing conditions like osteoarthritis due to weakened ligaments.
🍎 A properly balanced diet gives the body nutrients to combat sickness and injuries. The immune system responds to an unhealthy diet in a similar way to a bacterial infection. It increases production of pro-inflammatory compounds, and a constant pro-inflammatory state is one of many causes of chronic pain.
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