Chronic Pain

Chronic Pain

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Prevention

Chronic pain can't always be prevented. But staying in good physical and mental health may be the best way to prevent it or help you cope with it.

  • Treat your health problems early.
  • Get enough sleep every night. Learn to alternate activity with rest throughout each day.
  • Exercise.
  • Eat a balanced diet.
  • Try to reduce stress in your life to prevent chronic pain from developing.
Author:
Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Nancy Greenwald, MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Last Updated:
November 19, 2012
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