Pain perceived in a location different from its actual source, caused by shared nerve pathways between the origin of the pain and the area where it is felt.
Referred pain occurs because sensory nerves from different areas of the body converge on the same spinal cord segments. Common examples include shoulder pain from diaphragm irritation, arm pain from cervical disc herniation, and headache from upper trapezius trigger points. Identifying the true source of referred pain is critical for effective treatment.
Patients whose pain does not respond to treatment of the painful area, or whose pain pattern suggests a distant origin.
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