What Is Chronic Pain?

Chronic pain is pain that continues a month or more beyond the usual recovery period for an injury or illness or that goes on for months or years due to a chronic condition. The pain is usually not constant but can interfere with daily life at all levels.


Chronic pain can affect not only physical health,but also emotional well-being. It can intrude into all aspects of an individual’s life, ranging from home and work to leisure and social relationships.



Many of the conditions that are major sources of chronic pain and discomfort, such as arthritis and migraine headache, rarely cause death. However, people with chronic pain experience more disability days, spend more time in hospital, and have more frequent doctor contacts than those who do not experience chronic pain.

Chronic pain is the reason that many people seek treatment for massage. Statistics are staggering


It is difficult for many people to find support when suffering from chronic pain. The following is a list of resources for anybody desiring support. Click on the link to access.

Comox Valley Nursing Center Support Groups

Somatics Videos for Pain Relief

Chronic Pain Association of Canada

Canadian Pain Coalition Podcasts