BJCDNN / Tuesday, December 19, 2017 / Categories: Pain Management Pain Scale When should you worry about your pain? The effects of chronic pain can be far-reaching. From gaining weight and having trouble sleeping to mood swings and even depression. Follow these simple rules to identify you pain management needs: Two Week Rule: Tell your doctor about any pain that lasts longer than two weeks. Acute Trauma Rule: Get immediate attention for any pain caused by an accident or injury. I Can't Sleep Rule: If it keeps you up at night and exceeds the "two week rule," ask your doctor about it. Worst Pain of My Life: If the pain prevents you from moving normally, have yourself checked right away. Previous Article A Partner in Pain Management Next Article Managing the pain Print 31351 Rate this article: 4.0 Tags: pain management