Pain Intensity Analyzer
Understand and track your pain levels with our scientific assessment tool. Discover personalized relief strategies based on your pain profile.
Assess Your Pain
Complete this brief assessment to understand your pain intensity and receive personalized recommendations
Why Assess Pain?
Tracking pain intensity helps healthcare providers determine the most effective treatments and monitor your progress over time.
The Pain Scale
0-3: Mild pain | 4-6: Moderate pain | 7-10: Severe pain. This standardized scale helps communicate your experience.
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Your Pain Assessment Results
Recommended Strategies
Based on your pain profile, these approaches may help manage your symptoms
Medication Options
For moderate pain, OTC NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen) or acetaminophen may be effective. Consult your doctor before starting any medication regimen.
Learn about pain medications →Physical Therapy
Targeted exercises and manual therapy can address the root causes of musculoskeletal pain and prevent future episodes.
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Mindfulness meditation and breathing exercises can help modulate pain perception and reduce stress-related exacerbations.
Try affirmation cards →Understanding Pain Types
Different pain types require different management approaches
Short-Term Protective Pain
- Lasts less than 3-6 months
- Usually has identifiable cause
- Serves as warning signal
- Often resolves with healing
Common causes: injuries, surgery, infections
Persistent Pain Condition
- Lasts beyond normal healing time
- May not have clear cause
- Can become a disease itself
- Requires multidisciplinary approach
Common conditions: arthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia
Nerve-Related Pain
- Burning, shooting, or electric shock-like
- Often chronic
- May occur without obvious injury
- Requires specific medications
Common causes: diabetes, shingles, nerve injuries
Pain Treatment Options
Explore evidence-based approaches to pain management
Pharmacological Treatments
Medications can be effective for various pain types, but all have potential risks and benefits to consider.
NSAIDs
Ibuprofen, naproxen – reduce inflammation and pain. Effective for mild-moderate pain.
Acetaminophen
Tylenol – reduces pain but not inflammation. Safer for stomach than NSAIDs.
Topical Analgesics
Creams/gels with menthol, capsaicin, or NSAIDs. Good for localized pain.
Prescription Options
Muscle relaxants, antidepressants, anticonvulsants for specific pain types.
Physical and Psychological Therapies
Non-drug approaches that can provide lasting relief for many pain conditions.
Physical Therapy
Customized exercises to improve mobility, strength, and function.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Helps change pain-related thoughts and behaviors. Effective for chronic pain.
Massage Therapy
Reduces muscle tension and improves circulation. Best for musculoskeletal pain.
Aquatic Therapy
Low-impact exercises in water. Ideal for arthritis and mobility limitations.
Medical Procedures
Interventional approaches for pain that hasn’t responded to conservative treatments.
Injections
Steroid or anesthetic injections for joint, nerve, or spinal pain.
Nerve Blocks
Targeted numbing of specific nerves. Diagnostic and therapeutic.
Radiofrequency Ablation
Uses heat to disable pain-conducting nerves. Lasts 6-12 months.
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Implanted device blocks pain signals. For severe chronic pain.
Alternative and Complementary
Natural and holistic approaches that may complement traditional treatments.
Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese medicine technique using thin needles.
Chiropractic Care
Spinal adjustments for musculoskeletal pain, especially back/neck.
Meditation/Mindfulness
Trains the brain to process pain differently. Free to low-cost options.
Herbal Supplements
Turmeric, ginger, CBD may help some types of pain. Quality varies.
Take Control of Your Pain Journey
Whether you need help finding a specialist or just want to track your pain patterns, we’re here to help you find relief.
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