Pain | | Written by rVita |
| Wednesday April 2, 2008 |
- Pain is defined as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with damage to body tissues, including organs, bones, and muscles.
- Pain is the most common reason individuals seek medical care. Pain is often classified as acute (immediate, short-term) or chronic (long-term).
- Approximately 30-40 million Americans annually do not experience symptom relief with use of over-the-counter (OTC) analgesics, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol®), aspirin, and ibuprofen (Advil®). According to the American Medical Association (AMA), 13-15 million Americans suffer from chronic, intractable (not easily managed), and severe pain, most of which is inadequately treated.
- The annual cost of chronic pain in the United States, including healthcare expenses, lost income, and lost productivity, is estimated to be $100 billion.
- The four most common types of pain are lower back pain, severe headache or migraine pain, neck pain, and facial ache or pain. Back pain is the leading cause of disability in Americans under 45 years old.
- There is no objective measurement of pain for individuals. Pain can only be reported by the individual experiencing it.
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