Suhyun An Gives Advice on Managing Pain Through Motion

Living with chronic pain can be frustrating. It affects how you move, work, sleep, and enjoy life. While many people turn to rest or medication for relief, Dr. Suhyun An —a well-known expert in pain management and regenerative medicine—believes there’s a better, more active approach: using motion as a tool to manage and reduce pain. In this blog, we’ll share Dr. An’s practical advice on how gentle movement can help ease discomfort, support healing, and improve your overall well-being. Why Movement Helps With Pain When you’re in pain, your first instinct might be to lie down and avoid activity. And in some cases, rest is necessary, especially right after an injury. But staying still for too long can make things worse. Dr. Suhyun An explains that regular, controlled movement can: Increase blood flow to injured areas Help reduce inflammation Improve flexibility and joint function Prevent muscles from weakening Boost your mood and energy levels In short, motion can help your body hea...