Pain

Everything you need to know about pain

What is pain?

Pain is a general term for unpleasant sensations in the body. It arises when the nervous system is activated.

Pain can range from bothersome to debilitating. It may feel like a sharp stab or a dull ache. It may also throb, pinch, sting or burn.

Pain may be constant, come and go at different intervals, or occur only under certain conditions. Acute pain develops suddenly and lasts for a short time. Chronic pain persists or recurs for months or years.

Pain can be localised and affects only a certain part of the body. It may be generalised such as general body pain associated with, for example, flu.

People react differently to pain. Some people have high tolerance for pain, others have low tolerance. Pain is very subjective.

Pain tells us when something is wrong and offers clues about its cause. Some types of pain are easy to diagnose and can be managed at home. Others may signal a serious health condition requiring medical care and treatment.

After COVID-19 or another illness, pain, muscle cramps and similar symptoms sometimes persist for a long time. In such cases, frequency therapies with a zapper can be used for these and other symptoms, including the programmes listed in this chapter on pain.

In this section you can also find recommended pain relief programs for use with frequency generators and guidelines for use.

What causes pain?

In some cases, the discomfort is clearly a result of an injury or a health condition. In other cases, the cause of the pain may be less obvious or unknown.

Some common causes of pain include:

Numerous illnesses or conditions, such as the flu, arthritis, endometriosis, and fibromyalgia, can cause pain. Depending on the underlying cause, other symptoms may also appear, such as fatigue, swelling, weakness, nausea, or mood changes.

Examples of frequency therapy:

• Influenza: 40 Hz, 320 Hz, 700 Hz, 850 Hz, 5.610 Hz, 32.500 Hz, 60.000 Hz, 125.230 Hz, 225.680 Hz, 375.610 Hz
• Endometriosis: 130 Hz, 570 Hz, 780 Hz, 12.270 Hz, 68.290 Hz, 355.720 Hz, 434.150 Hz, 571.000 Hz, 839.000 Hz, 932.000 Hz
• Polyarthritis (simultaneous inflammation of several joints): 70 Hz, 460 Hz, 650 Hz, 42.400 Hz, 97.500 Hz, 325.170 Hz, 415.700 Hz, 515.700 Hz, 563.910 Hz, 742.060 Hz
• Fibromyalgia: 70 Hz, 350 Hz, 25.400 Hz, 51.000 Hz, 60.000 Hz, 150.000 Hz, 475.110 Hz, 527.000 Hz, 667.000 Hz, 987.230 Hz
• Fatigue: 50 Hz, 120 Hz, 600 Hz, 3.870 Hz, 72.250 Hz, 125.430 Hz, 352.930 Hz, 496.010 Hz, 682.450 Hz, 755.490 Hz
• Nausea: 70 Hz, 350 Hz, 700 Hz, 46.000 Hz, 78.250 Hz, 114.690 Hz, 323.000 Hz, 637.080 Hz, 845.870 Hz, 973.500 Hz
• Vomiting: 150 Hz, 260 Hz, 5.250 Hz, 7.000 Hz, 37.500 Hz, 60.000 Hz, 119.340 Hz, 210.500 Hz, 458.500 Hz, 684.810 Hz

Source of the frequencies: ETDFL.com

Types of pain

There are several different types of pain that can be experienced simultaneously. Identifying the type and/or cause of the pain can help your doctor narrow down the possible causes and develop a treatment plan.

Acute pain

Acute pain develops in a short time. It usually occurs suddenly, often as a result of a known injury, illness or medical procedure.

Acute pain may result from:

Acute pain is usually sharp. It usually disappears within a few days, weeks or months after the cause has been treated or resolved.

Almost everyone experiences acute pain in life.

Chronic pain

Chronic pain can persist for months or years, or it may appear and disappear. It can be a result of various health conditions, such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic migraines, or cancer. Some people experience chronic pain after an injury, even after the initial injury has healed.

In some cases, the cause of chronic pain can be difficult to determine. Some people experience chronic pain even when there is no evidence of an underlying injury or illness. This is known as functional pain and can be a result of various psychological pressures, an irregular and excessive diet, overconsumption of substances that irritate the digestive system (spicy foods, alcohol, cigarettes…).

Chronic pain often restricts activities in the workplace or in private life.

Nociceptive pain

Nociceptive pain results from tissue damage. It may follow injuries such as cuts, burns, bruises or fractures. It can also result from conditions that cause inflammation and tissue damage, such as arthritis, osteoporosis or inflammatory bowel disease.

When nociceptive pain occurs in the skin, muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints or bones, it is known as somatic pain. When it develops in the internal organs, it is known as visceral pain.

Nociceptive pain may be acute or chronic, depending on the underlying cause. It may be throbbing or sharp.

Nociceptive pain affects almost everyone at some point in life.

Neuropathic pain

Neuropathic pain results from nerve damage caused by various injuries or diseases. For example, a slipped disc in the spine may press on a nerve and cause neuropathic pain.

Neuropathic pain can also result from conditions such as shingles, diabetes, multiple sclerosis or cancer. It is usually chronic, although acute neuropathic pain can occur as well.

Neuropathic pain can manifest as a sharp or burning sensation. Some individuals are also particularly sensitive to touch, movement, and hot and cold temperatures.

Functional pain

Functional pain is pain that develops without obvious physical injury. It is typically chronic, although acute functional pain can also develop.

Examples of functional pain syndromes include:

Source of the frequencies: ETDFL.com

Guidelines

The frequency sets in this chapter are organised by purpose. As needed, the protocol calls for one session a day for five consecutive days, followed by a two-day break.

Pain relief: 160 Hz, 350 Hz, 950 Hz, 5.260 Hz, 27.500 Hz, 52.500 Hz, 225.470 Hz, 522.530 Hz, 682.020 Hz, 750.000 Hz

This program is the primary program for pain relief. It can be used two to three times a day, up to seven days a week, as needed. It is typically not used in combination with other programs, but is intended for pain relief, regardless of the cause.

When using frequency devices for pain relief, it is also recommended to use electrically conductive gloves to massage the affected or painful area.

Recommended programmes

• Pain: 160 Hz, 350 Hz, 950 Hz, 5.260 Hz, 14.500 Hz, 17.500 Hz, 72.500 Hz, 215.700 Hz, 456.500 Hz, 517.500 Hz
• Chest pain: 40 Hz, 120 Hz, 20.000 Hz, 57.500 Hz, 95.190 Hz, 225.750 Hz, 325.710 Hz, 450.000 Hz, 515.190 Hz, 687.620 Hz
• Neck pain: 20 Hz, 520 Hz, 750 Hz, 830 Hz, 112.500 Hz, 217.500 Hz, 328.150 Hz, 497.500 Hz, 775.280 Hz, 825.000 Hz
• Back pain: 160 Hz, 350 Hz, 950 Hz, 5.260 Hz, 11.090 Hz, 17.500 Hz, 72.500 Hz, 215.700 Hz, 456.500 Hz, 517.500 Hz
• Lower back pain: 140 Hz, 400 Hz, 7.500 Hz, 55.000 Hz, 96.600 Hz, 376.290 Hz, 425.090 Hz, 571.000 Hz, 833.000 Hz, 932.000 Hz
• Migraine: 100 Hz, 520 Hz, 7.500 Hz, 30.230 Hz, 226.500 Hz, 430.150 Hz, 527.000 Hz, 662.800 Hz, 749.000 Hz, 986.220 Hz
• Pain in the uterine cervix: 90 Hz, 120 Hz, 900 Hz, 15.170 Hz, 96.500 Hz, 225.000 Hz, 425.160 Hz, 571.000 Hz, 841.000 Hz, 937.410 Hz
• Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis, rheumatism and osteoporosis, including headaches and joint and neck pain: 50 Hz, 900 Hz, 9.000 Hz, 11.090 Hz, 55.330 Hz, 225.470 Hz, 398.400 Hz, 425.710 Hz, 522.530 Hz, 642.910 Hz
• Athlete’s foot: 20 Hz, 750 Hz, 900 Hz, 5.950 Hz, 8.500 Hz, 125.690 Hz, 262.500 Hz, 592.600 Hz, 758.570 Hz, 823.440 Hz
• Colic and abdominal cramps: 40 Hz, 240 Hz, 650 Hz, 850 Hz, 2.500 Hz, 13.060 Hz, 119.500 Hz, 695.000 Hz, 722.700 Hz, 932.410 Hz
• Convulsions and spasms: 40 Hz, 410 Hz, 940 Hz, 960 Hz, 7.500 Hz, 125.380 Hz, 387.500 Hz, 682.100 Hz, 822.000 Hz, 925.930 Hz
• Limb cramps: 50 Hz, 490 Hz, 620 Hz, 950 Hz, 10.470 Hz, 32.710 Hz, 326.560 Hz, 402.800 Hz, 692.100 Hz, 775.090 Hz
• Febrile convulsions: 70 Hz, 410 Hz, 700 Hz, 970 Hz, 2.750 Hz, 7.500 Hz, 15.310 Hz, 67.500 Hz, 115.700 Hz, 356.720 Hz
• Cough: 60 Hz, 170 Hz, 230 Hz, 730 Hz, 12.030 Hz, 13.200 Hz, 85.520 Hz, 150.300 Hz, 221.360 Hz, 572.820 Hz
• Fibromyalgia: 70 Hz, 350 Hz, 25.400 Hz, 51.000 Hz, 60.000 Hz, 150.000 Hz, 475.110 Hz, 527.000 Hz, 667.000 Hz, 987.230 Hz
• Chronic fatigue syndrome: 160 Hz, 550 Hz, 9.850 Hz, 87.500 Hz, 162.500 Hz, 212.500 Hz, 452.500 Hz, 597.500 Hz, 650.000 Hz, 726.070 Hz
• Myalgic encephalomyelitis: 50 Hz, 960 Hz, 5.830 Hz, 7.500 Hz, 12.330 Hz, 113.230 Hz, 425.000 Hz, 571.000 Hz, 865.830 Hz, 937.410 Hz
• Acute and chronic inflammation: 70 Hz, 120 Hz, 850 Hz, 9.500 Hz, 88.000 Hz, 141.200 Hz, 297.500 Hz, 425.950 Hz, 675.310 Hz, 827.000 Hz
• Knee injury: 160 Hz, 550 Hz, 850 Hz, 2.500 Hz, 5.500 Hz, 27.500 Hz, 37.300 Hz, 125.690 Hz, 150.000 Hz, 515.700 Hz
• Muscle stiffness: 100 Hz, 680 Hz, 830 Hz, 42.200 Hz, 92.500 Hz, 225.200 Hz, 534.200 Hz, 779.000 Hz, 882.100 Hz, 911.090 Hz
• Neuropathic pain: 30 Hz, 370 Hz, 780 Hz, 900 Hz, 7.500 Hz, 20.000 Hz, 322.060 Hz, 377.300 Hz, 425.710 Hz, 568.430 Hz

When to Seek Help

Get medical help, including in the following cases:

• An injury or accident that has caused significant damage to your body, including severe or uncontrollable bleeding, broken bones, or head trauma.
• Acute, sharp internal pain that may signal a serious problem such as appendicitis or a bowel perforation
• In the event of pain that appears in the chest, back, shoulders, neck, or jaw, accompanied by other possible signs or symptoms of a heart attack, such as pressure in the chest, shortness of breath, dizziness, weakness, cold sweat, nausea, or vomiting.
• In cases of pain that extend into your daily life, including your ability to sleep, work, or participate in activities that are important to you,

How is pain diagnosed?

If you seek medical advice due to pain, your doctor will first perform a physical examination and ask you some questions. Be prepared to provide a detailed description of your pain, including when it started, when it’s most intense, and whether it’s mild, moderate, or severe.

Your doctor may also ask you:

• How pain affects your life
• Whether you have other symptoms
• Whether anything triggers or worsens your pain
• Whether you have any diagnosed health conditions
• Whether you have recently had an injury or illness
• Whether you have recently changed your diet or exercise routine
• Whether you take medication or dietary supplements

Based on your symptoms and medical history, your doctor may order one or more of the following tests to look for possible causes of your pain:

• blood tests, urine tests, stool tests, or cerebrospinal fluid analysis (to check for conditions that affect the brain and spinal cord) to assess signs of infection or other illnesses.
• Endoscopy to look for signs of injury or other problems in the respiratory, digestive, urinary or reproductive tract
• X-ray, CT, MRI or ultrasound to look for injuries to muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones, nerves or internal organs
• Biopsy to collect a tissue sample for analysis
• Tests of nerve function to assess how the nervous system works
• Psychological tests to check for conditions such as depression

If a doctor doesn’t find any signs of a primary injury that could be causing the pain, it might be a functional pain syndrome. These syndromes are diagnosed based on symptoms after other possible causes have been ruled out.

How is pain treated?

Treatment for pain depends on the underlying problem or injury causing it, if that cause is known. Acute pain usually disappears when its cause is treated or resolved. Chronic pain may be harder to manage, especially functional pain with an unknown cause.

If an injury is causing your pain, it may heal naturally over time, or you may need medication, surgery or other medical care. If an infection is causing your pain, it may go away on its own, or you may need medication or another treatment.

If you have a chronic health condition, such as arthritis, cancer, or chronic migraines, your doctor may prescribe medication, surgery, or other therapies for treatment.

Your healthcare professional may also recommend treatment to relieve the pain itself. They may recommend or prescribe:

• medicines to relieve pain without a prescription such as acetaminophen/paracetamol, aspirin or ibuprofen
• Prescription anti-inflammatory medicines, such as corticosteroids
• opioid medicines that may be prescribed for acute pain after injury or surgery
• Antidepressants or anti-seizure medicines that may be prescribed for some kinds of neuropathic pain or functional pain syndromes
• therapies that can help relieve pain caused by injuries or certain medical conditions such as arthritis or multiple sclerosis
• Occupational therapy to help you adapt daily activities and your environment to limit pain

Your doctor may also recommend supplementary therapies such as:

• Frequency electrotherapies using frequency devices
• Learning to consciously control body functions such as breathing
• Acupuncture or acupressure, in which a therapist stimulates specific points on the body to help relieve chronic pain
• massage in which the therapist exerts pressure on muscles or other soft tissues to relieve tension and pain
• Meditation that focuses the mind in ways intended to ease stress and tension
• Tai chi or yoga, combining gentle movement and deep breathing to stretch and stimulate muscles and ease tension
• Progressive muscle relaxation: deliberately tense and then release different muscle groups to encourage natural relaxation
• Guided imagery or meditation in which you visualise calming scenes

Your doctor may also recommend lifestyle changes or home remedies to help control your pain:

• A cold compress or ice wrapped in a towel to reduce painful swelling and inflammation caused by injuries or chronic conditions such as arthritis
• Heating pads or warm baths to ease muscle stiffness, pain or cramps
• Limiting or avoiding activities or triggers that worsen pain
• Measures to limit and relieve stress
• Regular gentle exercise
• Enough sleep
• Loss of excess weight

For minor injuries that do not require medical attention, follow the following rules:

• Rest the injured part of the body
• Place a cold compress or ice pack wrapped in a towel on the injured area for 10 to 20 minutes
• Compress the injured area with an elastic bandage firm enough to support it but not so tight that it causes numbness
• Raise the injured part above the level of the heart

Conclusion

Pain is a sign that something is wrong in your body. It can be caused by various injuries, diseases and functional pain syndromes.

Generally, the most effective way to treat pain is to address the underlying cause, if it can be identified. In some cases, the injury or illness that is causing the pain may heal on its own. In other cases, you may need medication, surgery, or other therapies to address the cause. Sometimes, your doctor may not be able to determine the cause of the pain.

If you believe your pain is the result of a serious injury or illness requiring medical treatment, please consult your doctor or an emergency medical service. Tell them about the pain you are experiencing, which is disrupting your daily life.

Your doctor may help you develop a pain management plan.

The source of the frequencies used for frequency therapy is ETDFL.com.