For generations, pain has been perceived as acute mechanical damage, leading to painful symptoms within your body. Recent research has shown that not all pain that you feel physically is from a physical injury but can be caused by emotional pain. Studies have shown that the body receives pain whether emotionally or physically in the same neural pathways. This is why you hear the phrase “shattered heart, or crushed heart” after an emotional breakup with someone because you can feel the physical pain from a breakup. Physical symptoms of emotional pain can lead to an upset stomach, fatigue, and joint pain based on recent studies.
The body will always do what is necessary to survive and protect itself even to its detriment. The body sends signals during anxiety and fear to prepare the organs for whatever is to come, resulting in an upset stomach or even vomiting. This is a very acute response to the emotional signals, although long-term chronic emotional stress (or emotional pain) will also lead to increased joint pain.
If you have been experiencing chronic joint pain and cannot seem to find relief or any way to manage your pain it may be vital to try Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or discuss your pain with a medical professional. If emotional stressors are the result of your pain, they may lead your body to keep holding onto that painful signal. It is important to understand if your pain is physical or emotional because both are coming from your neural system. It is vital to take care of both your emotional well-being and physical well-being.
If you believe you are experiencing physical pain due to a physical issue, Innovative Physical Therapy can help you! Schedule a FREE Discovery Visit with one of our skilled physical therapists about your pain by calling (904) 280-2002. We will help you get to the root of your issue and out of pain.
