Chronic pain develops when a painful stimulus persists for a long time or when the nervous system continues to signal pain even after the cause has subsided. It is a distinct medical condition with physical, neurological, and psychological components. Las Almas offers treatment in Vienna and Palma using psychedelic-assisted therapy, rTMS, neurofeedback, and psychotherapy, even when previous treatments have been ineffective.
How does chronic pain develop?
Chronic pain is among the most common health problems of our time. It develops when a pain stimulus persists over a long period or when the nervous system continues to signal "pain" even after the original cause has subsided. For those affected, pain often becomes a daily companion – impacting mood, sleep, concentration, and quality of life. Many patients endure a long odyssey of medical examinations, medications, and therapies without finding lasting relief. However, chronic pain is a distinct clinical entity encompassing physical, neurological, and psychological components.The pain memory
The nervous system can change over time: it develops what is known as pain memory. Pain signals are processed more intensely, even when there is no longer an acute injury. At the same time, stress, traumatic experiences, inflammation, improper posture, or emotional strain can worsen the symptoms.In which diseases do chronic pain frequently occur?
- Nerve pain
- Migraines and tension headaches
- Back pain
- Muscle pain (e.g., fibromyalgia)
- Pain syndromes following injuries or surgeries
How does Las Almas treat chronic pain?
At the Almas Institute and the Las Almas clinics, we don't view chronic pain in isolation, but rather in the interplay of body, brain, and mind. Therefore, we work with modern, scientifically sound methods that address various levels and are also used in therapy-resistant cases. Our treatment includes:Psychedelisch-assistierte Therapiee therapy
Psychedelisch-assistierte Therapiee can modulate overactive pain processing in the brain and is used particularly when conventional drug therapies do not achieve the desired effect.rTMS (repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation)
Targeted magnetic impulses stimulate pain-relevant brain regions to realign neuronal activity and break chronic pain loops.neurofeedback
Patients learn to regulate their brain activity and change dysfunctional patterns that often play a role in chronic pain.psychotherapy
Chronic pain often has emotional and psychological components. Psychotherapeutic support helps to reduce stress, develop coping strategies, and minimize the influence of the psyche on pain perception.Hybrid Fast Therapy
Our intensive, individually tailored program combines neurological, physical, and psychological treatment elements. It is primarily aimed at patients for whom traditional therapies have not been sufficiently effective. Care is provided in person on-site and subsequently through telemedicine support.What helps in everyday life with chronic pain?
Chronic pain dominates the lives of many sufferers – it makes professional demands, social interactions, sleep, and inner stability difficult. But there are ways to reduce pain intensity and regain quality of life. Key components include:- Stress and emotion regulation
- Training your own body awareness
- stable support systems
- realistic goals and continuous support
Your path to a better quality of life
Chronic pain doesn't have to be a life sentence. With a multimodal, scientifically sound approach, ketamine, rTMS, neurofeedback, and psychotherapy open up new perspectives for people who have already tried many other treatments. Our team provides you with personal and holistic support, from the initial consultation to sustainable stabilization in everyday life.Frequently Asked Questions
What is chronic pain?
Chronic pain develops when a pain stimulus persists over a long period or when the nervous system continues to signal pain even after the original cause has subsided. It is a distinct medical condition with physical, neurological, and psychological components.
What is pain memory?
The nervous system can change over time and develop a pain memory. Pain signals are then processed more intensely, even when there is no longer an acute injury. Stress, traumatic experiences, inflammation, improper posture, or emotional strain can worsen the symptoms.
What treatments does Las Almas offer for chronic pain?
Psychedelic-assisted therapy, rTMS, neurofeedback, and psychotherapy. For patients for whom traditional therapies have not been sufficiently effective, there is hybrid intensive therapy with personal on-site care and subsequent telemedicine support.
