Types of pain
LTC Nursing Assistant Trainer, November 8, 2007
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Pain is never normal. It is always a sign of something wrong. Unrelieved pain is a serious problem, with many significant physical and psychological consequences. It interferes with the resident's optimal level of function and self-care. It contributes to immobility, increasing the risk of pneumonia, skin breakdown, contractures, behavior problems, depression, and many other complications. There are four basic types of pain:
1. Acute pain: Occurs suddenly and without warning, but usually dissipates over time. This type of pain commonly occurs because of an injury or surgical procedure.
2. Persistent/chronic pain: This type of pain persists for more than six months. It may be constant or intermittent. It is often caused by chronic disease, residual from an old injury, or multiple medical problems. Unrelieved, it decreases quality of life, causes hopelessness, and may cause anxiety, depression, and a feeling of helplessness.
3. Phantom pain: This type of pain develops as a result of amputation. The pain is real and not imaginary.
4. Radiating pain: This pain moves from the site of origin to another area of the body.
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