Chronic pain is not a topic that people enjoy reading about. It does help to understand that depression has a lot to do with pain control and tolerance. There are healthy things people can do to help in control their pain levels. Pain doesn't have to add more pain   to your body. People can try relaxation tips that may help reduce their pain levels. A peaceful mind does the body good. It may even eliminate it. Pain tends to stay around when stress factors have been elevated. Try leading a life that is more peaceful and your joints may thank you. Exercise, eat right and pray for a healthy new start and you'll find out that pain may just permanently go away.