Millions of people live with chronic pain, a discomfort that affects their everyday life. Regardless of the source of pain, these individuals share a common experience:

· Frustration – despair of living with chronic pain

· Seeking escape – want a break from the cycle

· Validation – hope that family and caregivers understand their condition

· Fear – often avoid sharing full symptoms to a doctor

· Confusion – pain is subjective and hard to communicate/describe

· Inconsistency – condition during doctor visit is not always how they feel