The trick to pain management is to get and stay 'ahead' of it. I always waited until I couldn't stand it any longer, and then took the paid meds - BAD PLAN!! When I took the meds regularly, I needed less overall.

Plus, pain is NOT good for you. It does NOT build character. It does NOT prove you are tough. Being in pain actually lengthens the healing time and inhibits some of the metabolism that gets hurt tissue repaired. When you are in pain, much of your energy is spent managing the discomforts - leaving less available energy for healing, for family, for anything... Pain is stupid!! Take your pain meds regularly and think of all the junkies who would LOVE to have your stash!! Tom J