Chronic pain affects more than 50 million adults in the United States alone, according to the CDC . That’s roughly 1 in 5 people. For nearly 17 million of those individuals, the pain is classified as high-impact, meaning it frequently limits their ability to take part in daily activities like cooking, working, or bathing.

Pain that lasts longer than three months is considered chronic. It can continue even after an injury has healed or without any clear cause at all. This kind of pain is not just about discomfort. It can impact focus, sleep, mental health, and physical independence.

What causes chronic pain?

Some of the most common sources include:

• Arthritis

• Fibromyalgia

• Nerve damage (neuropathy)

• Lower back conditions

• Old injuries or surgeries

In some cases, there is no visible cause, which can make treatment more difficult and lead to feelings of isolation. According to the National Institutes of Health , women and people over the age of 65 are more likely to report chronic pain. It also tends to be more common in individuals living with multiple health conditions or limited mobility.

Daily care routines can feel harder

When your body is in pain, the energy it takes to shower, brush your hair, or care for yourself may feel out of reach. Standing in a hot shower can be physically taxing. Holding a heavy bottle or pressing a tight cap might feel impossible. Many people living with chronic pain find themselves adapting routines or skipping them entirely on harder days.

While adjustments are necessary, giving up self-care entirely often leads to a loss of confidence and comfort. That is why having better tools matters.

What Enable offers

Enable is built for people who want hair care that works with them, not against them. Our shampoo and conditioner come in soft-squeeze bottles with easy-to-open caps. You can open and use them with wet or tired hands, and they are designed to minimize effort without leaking or spilling.

These aren’t watered-down formulas either. We use quality ingredients and leave out sulfates, parabens, and dyes. The goal is to make your routine easier without giving up results.

Supporting independence, one step at a time

Living with pain often means redefining what independence looks like. A smaller task like washing your hair might not feel like a big win from the outside. But on a tough day, it can mean everything.

Enable products are meant to support that small but important feeling. Whether you use them for yourself or give them to someone who needs a more accessible option, you’re helping make self-care possible again.

Try Enable

If you’re looking for easier, more comfortable hair care, try Enable. Use code ENABLE15 for 15% off your first order.

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