PTSD and pain - when the body stores memories
PTSD and pain - when the body stores memories
How physiotherapy and occupational therapy can help people with post-traumatic stress disorder
Traumatic experiences leave their mark - not only on the psyche, but also on the body. Many people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) suffer from chronic pain: their head, back, stomach or joints ache, even though there is often no clear medical cause. The explanation often lies not in the tissue - but in the connection between the nervous system, body memory and incompletely processed memories.
Depression and pain - when body and soul suffer together
Depression and pain - when body and soul suffer together
Chronic pain is more than just a physical symptom. It influences our thoughts, our emotions and our enjoyment of life. And vice versa: a depressive mood changes the perception of pain, reduces resilience and can block therapy. Body and soul form a sensitive interplay - especially in pain therapy.
Pain changes the psyche - and vice versa.