Chronic pain represents a significant public health issue, characterized by its high prevalence and the associated physical, emotional, and social impacts. Investigating and understanding the distribution of this condition in different populations is essential to support policies and intervention strategies. In the Brazilian Amazon, there is a gap in studies focused on this topic, making it crucial to conduct research that allows for a deeper understanding of the regional scenario of this population.

To identify the prevalence of chronic pain in the population of the state of Amapá.

A cross-sectional study investigating the prevalence of chronic pain in the state of Amapá, Brazil. Data were collected from 204 participants, aged 18 and older, through an online structured questionnaire.

Of the 204 individuals, 131 (64.2%) reported experiencing pain; of these, 112 (85.5%) stated they had been experiencing pain for more than three months, while 19 (14.5%) reported pain for less than three months. The mean age was 32.6 ± 11.3 years; 145 (71.1%) were female. Regarding self-reported race, 112 (54.9%) identified as mixed-race, 59 (28.9%) as white, 32 (15.7%) as Black, and 1 (0.5%) as Asian. A total of 159 (77.9%) reported no associated disease or comorbidity, while 45 (22.1%) had at least one. Concerning physical activity, 68 (33.3%) engaged in regular exercise, while 136 (66.7%) did not.

The findings of this pioneering study indicate a high prevalence of chronic pain in the population of the state of Amapá, with higher occurrence among women and individuals who do not engage in physical activity.

Public and private health policies aimed at managing chronic pain in these individuals, as well as improving healthcare professionals' qualifications, could help reduce the physical, economic, and social impacts in this region of the country.