They generally fall into one of three categories:
- Numerical rating scales (NRS): Use numbers to rate pain.
- Visual analog scales (VAS): Ask you to select a picture that best matches your pain level.
- Categorical scales: Primarily use words, possibly along with numbers, colors, or location(s) on the body.
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