Is chronic pain a problem in other countries?

An original study that took place in the United States, has since been replicated with similar findings in the United Kingdom. This study, as well as other studies, demonstrate that chronic pain exists in other countries.

Reference: 

K.M. Dunn et al. A prognostic approach to defining chronic pain: Replication in a UK primary care low back pain population. PAIN 2008. Vol. 135. Pp. 48-54.

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