How an individual manages to cope with pain depends on its severity and nature, whether it is constant, intermittent, or flares up only when aggravated. The most important step in coping with constant pain is to consult a pain management clinic like San Antonio Pain Consultants, where pain specialists work with patients to identify the root causes of pain and advise them on treatment interventions.   Additionally, they can provide patients with health and lifestyle plans and suggest day-to-day activities to further improve pain management on their own. This is most effective when the root cause and nature of the pain have been properly identified.   However, individuals can also take broad steps on their own to help manage many forms of pain, such as engaging in light exercise, participating in support groups, learning deep breathing techniques or meditation to reduce stress, and ensuring proper sleep hygiene to promote better sleep and reduce fatigue associated with chronic pain.