COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS BUSTED!

CHRONIC PAIN IS IMAGINED

This leads people into doubting their own experience. There is solid science about the physiological processes involved in chronic pain – sadly, usual medical diagnostic equipment struggles to “see it”.

PEOPLE WITH CHRONIC PAIN EXAGGERATE THEIR EXPERIENCES

Stigma surrounds those living with chronic pain, with the belief they may be embellishing the strength of their pain.

PEOPLE WITH CHRONIC PAIN ONLY WANT STRONG MEDICATIONS

Most people living with chronic pain say they would prefer not to have to take strong medications, but struggle to find affordable and accessible alternatives.

NO PAIN, NO GAIN

Pushing too hard can lead people into the trap of overdoing activity, then going into a flare-up and needing to recover. Over time people tend to feel worse when this happens.