Comparing Nociceptive and Neuropathic Pain

The 5 differences between nociceptive pain and neuropathic pain

Did you know there are different kinds of pain? Nociceptive pain happens when your body’s pain sensors respond to actual tissue damage — like a sprained ankle or a paper cut. It’s usually short-term, but in some cases can become chronic. During National Pain Awareness Week, learn how understanding each type of pain helps us treat it more effectively. #PrioritizePain #NPAW2025 | Institute for Pain Research and Care