Are you struggling with body aches that keep you awake at night? Professor Sukumar Mukherjee, a renowned physician from HP Ghosh Hospital, sheds light on the causes and types of musculoskeletal pain.

In an interview with Anandabazar Online, Professor Mukherjee says, "We categorize musculoskeletal pain into two types: inflammatory and non-inflammatory pain."

Inflammatory pain occurs when there is inflammation or swelling in the joints or muscles, whereas non-inflammatory pain is characterized by pain without inflammation.

"Rheumatoid arthritis is an example of inflammatory pain, while degenerative arthritis, common in people over 50-60 years, falls under non-inflammatory pain," explains Professor Mukherjee.

Key differences between inflammatory and non-inflammatory pain:

Inflammatory pain: usually worsens during rest or sleep and subsides with activity

Non-inflammatory pain: worsens with activity and subsides with rest

Common types of arthritis include:

- Rheumatoid arthritis (inflammatory)

- Degenerative arthritis (non-inflammatory)

Professor Mukherjee emphasizes the importance of identifying the underlying cause of pain for effective treatment.

"Patients often visit us for treatment, and we assess the pain to determine whether it's inflammatory or non-inflammatory as the treatment approaches differ significantly," he notes.

Don't let body aches disrupt your sleep. Consult a healthcare professional to determine the cause and appropriate treatment."

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