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Pain is a universal experience that most people encounter at some point in their lives. Whether it strikes suddenly, like a sharp, unexpected ache, or lingers as a persistent, nagging discomfort, pain can significantly disrupt daily life and overall well-being.

- Dr Nitha J

Pain is a universal experience that most people encounter at some point in their lives. Whether it strikes suddenly, like a sharp, unexpected ache, or lingers as a persistent, nagging discomfort, pain can significantly disrupt daily life and overall well-being. Understanding the root cause of pain is crucial to developing an effective management strategy, involving the biomechanics of the body, says Dr Nitha J, Consultant in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) at KIMSHEALTH, Thiruvananthapuram, in an interview with Unnikrishnan S. Edited excerpts:

What type of people come to your clinic, and at what stage?

Patients often come with back, shoulder, neck pain or diffuse pain. Among youth, neck and back pain are most common. Working-age individuals tend to seek help early, while elderly patients, especially those with shoulder pain, often delay consultation, sometimes waiting up to two months, possibly because it affects their daily functions less.