Do you sometimes or always notice your pain less when you are exercising, moving, or engaged in activity?
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Have you been told surgery won’t help, or isn’t sure to help? Or that you have a problem originating in your nerves, muscles, or tendons?
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Does your pain intensity change when you’re in a new emotional or physical environment, or when you’re distracted? Examples: a fun dinner with friends, or a walk in the woods.
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Can you identify things that trigger your pain to come back or get worse – like the weather, stress, certain movements, locations, or activities?
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