Have you ever touched something burning hot and quickly recoiled in pain? Or perhaps you've stepped outside on a freezing winter morning and felt pain course through your body. All of us experience pain in one way or another, and exactly how we tolerate it can vary drastically from person to person. In this gallery, you'll find why some of us can "take" more pain and why others are more susceptible. Understanding pain can help you better understand your body and promote better overall health.
Curious why people have different pain tolerances? Click through now.