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Chronic pain

Many different health conditions can cause chronic pain, such as age, injury or illness. Chronic pain can occur anywhere in the body. In some cases, it can be debilitating. Talk to a health care provider if you have struggled with pain for longer than three months.

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What you need to know about chronic pain

Chronic pain is a complex medical condition defined by persisten pain that lasts for months or even years, often beyond the usual time for healing from injusry or illness.  It can arise from a variety of sources, such as injury, nerve damage or conditions like arthritis or fibromyalgia.  This ongoing pain can interfere with daily activities, cause emotional distress, and lead to secondary issues such as fatique, depression and reduced mobility.

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"Before Scott’s total knee replacement surgery, he underwent a new pre-surgery pain relief treatment called iovera®. This eased his pain from the surgery and physical therapy – and helped to speed his recovery. "

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