Pain Management
Our Commitment
We are committed to working with you to control your pain or discomfort. Most pain medications are ordered as needed and are not automatically given.
Good Communication is Very Important
Never assume that healthcare providers know you’re in pain. If you are experiencing any kind of pain or discomfort please let us know. We can help!
Communication Counts
Healthcare providers needs to fully understand the situation before they can help. Speak clearly and calmly about what you’re feeling and where it hurts. Writing down your symptoms may help you better explain.Never keep pain to yourself because you're fearful of not being believed or of uncovering a serious probles.
Use a Pain Scale
Help others understand your level of pain by rating your pain on a scale of 0 to 10 (0 = no pain, 10 = the most severe pain).
Describe Your Pain
Tell your healthcare provider exactly what your pain feels like. For example, your pain may be:
- Aching
- Burning
- Constant
- Deep
- Dull
- Heavy
- On-and-off
- Pounding
- Sharp
- Shooting
- Stabbing
Personal Pain Goals
Discuss your pain goals with your healthcare provider. Some patients prefer to tolerate pain instead of taking higher doses of pain medication.