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While there is a financial component to receiving treatment for pain, when compared against the cost of being unable to live life to the fullest – there is no comparison.
The Cost of Pain
You would be hard pressed to determine a monetary amount that would cover the amount of suffering a person with chronic pain undergoes. There is a financial component. Individuals with chronic pain are more likely to miss work due to their condition. In extreme circumstances, chronic pain can make it impossible for to work, resulting in a significant financial burden. Beyond that, there are other non-monetary costs such as the loss of a social life, feeling the need to withdraw from family and friends and being unable to take part in the activities you love.
The Cost of Treatment
The cost of treatment for chronic pain varies based upon a number of factors:
Treatment for chronic pain does not have to be expensive and is often more affordable than people believe. For information about your out of pocket cost at an industry leading pain management NYC location, contact the NY Neurology team today. If you would like to schedule an appointment or check for availability, book online or call 212 987-0100.
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