14/06/2026
Why is your pain worse on some days and not on others?
One of the most common things I hear in clinic is:
“I haven’t done anything different, but my pain is so much worse today.”
The reality is that pain is rarely random.
Things like poor sleep, increased stress, long periods in the same position, and the total amount of load you’ve put through your body over the past few days can all influence how sensitive your system becomes.
Often it’s not one specific activity that causes a flare-up, but the combination of factors that have been building up over time.
This is why I often get clients to keep a simple diary of their week. Tracking things like sleep, stress levels, activity, exercise, work demands, and symptoms can help us identify patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Once we understand what contributes to your flare-ups, we can start making changes to better manage them, reduce their frequency, and help you feel more in control of your recovery.
Understanding your pain is often the first step towards improving ✨
