Numerical Analysis of Chronic Pain

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Numerical Analysis of Chronic Pain
By Richard Scott
July 1, 2012

1/3 Approximately 100 million Americans, or roughly one-third of the population, reportedly suffer from chronic pain. This prevalent condition affects significantly more individuals than diabetes, cancer and heart disease combined. 27% Among chronic pain sufferers, lower back pain is the leading culprit...

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