The first step in managing chronic pain is finding its cause. This will help determine treatment options. Once these questions have been answered, a plan for managing the pain can be developed. There is no single way to deal with chronic pain. This is true even for people whose pain is caused by the same disease or condition.
Every person has a unique response to pain and pain management.
That is why it is important to evaluate the person's needs as well as the physical pain. The person in pain plays an integral role in any treatment plan. He or she needs to understand the reasons for the pain, as well as the ways to manage it. A Patient's Bill of Rights has been established for people dealing with chronic pain. The stimulation of nerves, usually through a low electrical current, has been shown to relieve chronic pain.