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Transitional pain happens when short-term (acute) pain after surgery or injury doesn't go away as expected and starts lasting longer. It might mean recovery is taking longer or that your body is more sensitive to pain. Without proper care, transitional pain can sometimes develop into chronic pain.
Getting help early and with your healthcare providers to manage pain can make you feel better and help you heal faster. By dealing with pain early, through medicine, physical therapy, and emotional support, you are more likely to heal well and lower your risk of long-term pain.
Transitional pain means acute pain is lasting longer than it should, but with the right support, you can get better.
We have a range of health services and clinics for patients of all ages and their families. To access many of these services, you will need a referral(*) from a health professional. Talk to a doctor about which service is best for you.
(*) patient referral: a patient referral is a communication from one health care professional to another requesting that they accept you as a patient to evaluate your condition.
Transitional pain often happens after your child has surgery, procedure or injury. It starts when short-term pain doesn't go away and affects the nerves.
Learning about your pain and finding the best ways to manage it can help you feel better, stay active, and avoid ling-term pain..
