In this episode, Gráinne O’Leary meets Dr Conor Hearty. They discuss different categories of pain, the point at which people should seek help, assessing patients and treatment options. They also cover the importance of self-management and a collaborative approach for pain management including the biopsychosocial model. We also hear about medications used, the vulnerability of those who live with chronic pain, managing expectations and validating the individual experiences of pain.