Nearly 20% of people in the US have chronic pain, which has a major negative impact on their quality of life. It’s associated with a wide range of health issues, injuries, and medical equipment. A combination of medicines, behavioral modifications, and psychological support is the gold standard for managing chronic pain.
The pain may be continuous or intermittent, depending on the underlying reason. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 6.9% of Americans also experienced high-impact chronic pain in 2021, bringing the total to nearly 20.9%. The Medical Offices of Manhattan’s board-certified internal medicine specialist, Dr. Su Hlaing Hnin, discusses effective pain management strategies. Read the article.
