The current era is a rarity in that many people born today can reasonably expect to live past the age of 40. This was not the case for most of human history, which has had a profound impact on everything we do, including healthcare.
In 2023, the National Center for Health Statistics’ National Health Interview Survey reported that 24.3% of adults had chronic pain and 8.5% of adults had high-impact chronic pain. These patients require careful pain management regimens.
