Have you had ongoing or intermittent pain for longer than 6 weeks?

Does applying heat or ice provide even a tiny bit of temporary relief?

Does exercise or movement temporarily reduce your level of discomfort (even a little)?

Have you been told any of the following? Surgery won’t help, or you have a muscle, nerve, tendon or degenerative problem?

Does your level or frequency of pain ever change?

Does your level of pain or discomfort ever change when you are distracted or have a change in lifestyle such as a vacation?

Do you have any history of Gastrointestinal or other tension related problems such as IBS, constipation, ulcer, gastritis, reflux, tension or migraine headaches, hives, eczema, or any other tension related issues?

Have you tried any other methods of curing your pain such as surgery, drugs, physical therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic, exercise, pain clinics, Yoga, Meditation, or anything not included in this list?

Does the location of your pain ever move -- even slightly?

Do you have any of the following traits? Be honest with yourself. Perfectionist, Spiritual or Religious, People Pleaser, Need to Be Liked, Do-Gooder, Sensitive to Criticism, Overscheduled or Overwhelmed, Controlling, Slightly Compulsive, Hard on Yourself and/or Very Dependable?