Burning Pain

Causes of Burning Pain

Depending on the location and type of burning pain, the causes can vary significantly. While usually associated with nerve damage, other conditions such as injuries, infections, and autoimmune disorders can also cause a burning sensation. Here are some of the most common conditions and illnesses associated with burning pain:

• Sciatica:

  Sciatica refers to the compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, a long nerve that extends from the lower back, down the buttocks, and into each leg. Sciatica often occurs due to the nerve’s compression, which commonly results from herniated bone spurs, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis.

• Neuropathy:

  More than a condition, neuropathy is a disorder that occurs as a result of various factors, including injuries and medical conditions. This disorder impedes the proper function of the nerves, often causing pain when there is no triggering source or by not sending signals to the brain and preventing feeling when there is actual stimulus.

• Carpal Tunnel:

  Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition caused by the compression of the median nerve. The median nerve is responsible for providing sensory feedback to all fingers except the pinky. This nerve, which runs the length of the arm, goes through a small passage near the palm of your hand called the carpal tunnel.

• Radiculopathy:

  Radiculopathy, also known as a pinched nerve, is when injured or damaged intervertebral discs cause nerves to become compressed and irritated in the spine. The spine is a bone structure that supports our bodies and contains staked vertebrae cushioned by soft tissue called discs, preventing friction.

• Fibromyalgia:

  Fibromyalgia Syndrome is a widespread chronic condition that affects the muscles and bones, causing hypersensitivity to pain and external stimuli. Experts believe that fibromyalgia can modify the way our brain and spinal cord receive and process physical signals and amplify them.