About one in four American adults lives with chronic pain, defined as pain lasting more than three months. Most are still suffering for a year or longer. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook examines some of the current treatments aimed at alleviating chronic pain, from medications and surgery, to nerve stimulation, biofeedback and self-hypnosis.
Seeking relief from chronic pain
Nov 8, 2026 | 9:15 AM

2026 Pittsburgh Steelers
Training Camp is underway. How do you think the Steelers will do this season?
Super Bowl Champions
AFC Champions
AFC North Champions
AFC Wild Card team
Winning record but no playoffs
First losing record since 2003
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Voting Ends: Aug 4, 2026 | 12:00 PM










