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Misc. Trauma
Summary:
Trauma is any injury, whether it be physically or emotionally inflicted. "Trauma" is the Greek word for "a wound" (and for "damage or defeat"). If pain from trauma is associated with swelling, bleeding, abnormal functioning of the body or if the pain does not go away in a few days, you should see your doctor right away. If your doctor cannot find the cause and help resolve the pain in a week or two, it is best to see a pain specialist because the pain may become chronic lasting months or years and the longer you wait the more difficult it will become to resolve the pain.
Motor vehicle accidents are the most common cause for traumatic pain with falls the second most common cause. Often pain from a motor vehicle accident or a fall becomes chronic lasting months or even years, so it is a good idea to consult with a pain specialist soon after a accident; usually as soon as you become stable from any severe injuries.
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