Chronic Pain and Mental Health Struggles in Veterans: A Growing Issue
Following their service, veterans encounter particular health issues; among the most prevalent are mental health problems and chronic pain. When PTSD, anxiety, and depression are coupled with to the physical injuries sustained during years of service, it can result in a complicated web of pain and suffering that is frequently overwhelming. Many veterans have been searching for alternatives because conventional treatments like medications, surgeries, and physical therapy can at times provide only limited relief.
For many veterans, chronic pain is a particularly lasting challenge, as debilitating conditions can result from damage to the joints, muscles, and nerves sustained during physical labor or combat. Significant issues include PTSD, anxiety, and depression, which are frequently exacerbated by memory loss and difficulty sleeping. These mental health issues can intensify the feeling of pain even more, resulting in a vicious cycle that is challenging to break.
However, a lot of veterans’ experience symptoms that don’t always improve through traditional treatments; in these cases, innovative modalities like Equiscope therapy may be helpful. This technology makes use of cutting-edge protocols intended to improve mental health, alleviate pain, and promote recovery.
The Case: A Retired Veteran’s Journey to Recovery
A retired veteran with 30 years of military active duty, including two tours in Afghanistan, sought help for mental health problems and chronic pain. Throughout his service, the client had suffered multiple injuries, including injury to his right wrist, elbow, both shoulders, right leg, calf, and ankle. He suffered from PTSD, depression, anxiety, memory loss, tinnitus, and sleep difficulties in addition to his bodily injuries.
The veteran used to be very active before seeking help, often working out at the gym and jogging 10 kilometers every day. But eventually, constant pain and the crippling effects of his mental health issues made it extremely difficult for him to stay active. Even while he was still able to work during the day, his pain would get worse when he tried to sleep or relax, and his distress was frequently exacerbated by intrusive thoughts from PTSD.
Protocols and Sessions: A New Hope
In July 2023, the client started getting Equiscope therapy, focused on pain management and mental health improvement. Several specific protocols were administered over the course of six sessions:
- Plates on the Left Scapula and Below the Clavicle – Ending with a headband to address shoulder and upper body tension.
- Plates Directly on the Spine (T1-L5) – Performed twice for managing general spinal pain and health.
- Plates on the Right Scapula and Below the Clavicle – Ending with a headband to address additional shoulder pain and tension.
- Immersion with Salts – This protocol, which supports the immune system and promotes recovery, was administered to the veteran who had been experiencing prolonged cold symptoms suspected pneumonia).
- Meridian Work (LU1 and K27) – Intended to improve overall wellness by promoting lung and chest health.
Results: Gradual but Significant Improvement
After the initial session, there was no immediate relief, but as the sessions went on, small improvements were observed. By the second session, the veteran’s shoulder pain rating had decreased to a 4. The general pain and tension in other parts of the body had much decreased, even if there was still some persistent pain in the shoulders, which were “bone on bone” and would eventually need surgery.
Perhaps more significantly, the client’s mental health improved. The veteran reported feeling more relaxed, less anxious, and calmer after each session, despite the fact that the minor differences were difficult to notice. Even though he didn’t always notice noticeable changes in his body, he kept going back for sessions because, in his words, “It must be doing something.
A Path Toward Healing
The experience of this veteran shows how Equiscope protocols may be helpful for addressing mental health issues as well as chronic pain. Although the client’s journey is still ongoing, there has been promising relief from emotional strain, psychological tension, and general physical pain.
Veterans may be given an opportunity to live easier and more happily if they receive both mental and physical rehabilitation. Therapies like Equiscope may provide veterans with the comfort and support they need to regain control of their life, whether they are dealing with the psychological effects of PTSD or chronic pain from long-ago injuries.
Disclaimer: The cases presented by various Equiscope Practices have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. Please consult your physician before making any healthcare decisions.