Here are 5 daily habits that can help prevent chronic pain: 1. Get an Endorphin Boost: Exercise The more you move, the better your body will feel. Without exercise, you may lose muscle tone and strength, making pain worse. Fortunately, even mild exercise releases endorphins. 2. Avoid alcohol When your body is injured you need rest to help recover. You will need a good night’s sleep to help soothe the stresses pain puts on your body. Although alcohol can help you fall asleep, as it metabolizes, it promotes shallow sleep, reduces important REM sleep, and may even wake you. 3. […] read more