Chronic Pain
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It's worth seeking guidance when pain persists for a long time or recurs continuously, affecting rest, movement, and mood. This is called chronic pain: a discomfort that lasts beyond the expected recovery time.
What is it? It is a sustained painful experience that can have various origins and that, over time, comes to influence quality of life and daily activities.
Common signs: Pain that doesn't fully subside, fatigue, sleep disturbances, limited activity, and emotional impact.
Which specialist treats it? The pain specialist and the anesthesiologist focus on pain management, while the physical therapist and the complementary therapist support functionality. If pain has been with you for a long time, assessing it with one of these professionals can help you understand it and cope with it better.
Data on 2,187 doctors who treat chronic pain
Which specialist treats chronic pain?
Chronic pain is treated by an Anesthesiologist or a Pain Management specialist, with support from a Physical Therapist; some people also seek out a Complementary Therapist.
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Doctors specialized in chronic pain
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Frequently asked questions
What is chronic pain?
It's worth seeking guidance when pain persists for a long time or recurs continuously, affecting rest, movement, and mood. This is called chronic pain: a discomfort that lasts beyond the expected recovery time.
Which doctor treats chronic pain?
Chronic pain is treated by an Anesthesiologist or a Pain Management specialist, with support from a Physical Therapist; some people also seek out a Complementary Therapist.