Chronic pain is more than a persistent physical symptom, it can have wide-reaching effects on overall health, including cardiovascular function. Research increasingly suggests that long-term pain may contribute to stress responses in the body that can elevate blood pressure, disrupt sleep, and increase inflammation, all of which are known risk factors for heart disease.
According to Dr. Randy Gould, a cardiologist with Manhattan Cardiology, chronic pain should be viewed in the context of its broader systemic effects. He notes that ongoing pain can place sustained physiological stress on the body, which may contribute to cardiovascular strain over time and increase long-term heart risk if not properly managed alongside other health conditions. Read full article here.
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