Chronic Pain and Depression: A Relationship as Close as It Is Misunderstood

The image shows a human bust in profile with symptoms of chronic pain and depressed mood. La imagen muestra un busto humano de perfil con síntomas de dolor crónico y estado de ánimo deprimido.

In the global health landscape, chronic pain and depression stand out as two of the leading causes of disability (GBD 2016 Disease and Injury Incidence and Prevalence Collaborators 2017). Chronic lower back pain in particular has been identified as the primary cause of disability, affecting millions worldwide. Simultaneously, depression remains one of the main drivers … Read more