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AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital

Pain at rest

Pain at rest is discomfort felt while sitting, lying down, or not engaging in any physical activity. It may be dull, throbbing, or sharp. Rest pain can indicate inflammation, nerve irritation, or poor blood circulation and often suggests a condition that needs evaluation.

Common Causes of Pain at rest

  • Peripheral arterial disease (poor blood flow)
  • Inflammatory arthritis
  • Bone infections or tumours
  • Nerve compression or neuropathy
  • Advanced osteoarthritis

When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Pain at rest

These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:

  • Pain at rest that keeps you awake at night
  • Cold or discoloured limb along with pain
  • Sudden severe pain at rest with no injury
  • Numbness or weakness accompanying the pain
  • Pain not relieved by any position or medication

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