About
PainChek is a universal pain assessment solution that combines artificial intelligence, computer vision-based facial analysis, and validated clinical scales to enable best-practice pain management across all care settings. The platform is particularly valuable for patients with moderate to severe dementia, infants, and others who cannot verbally communicate their pain levels. Using the PainChek mobile app (available on iOS and Android), clinicians and caregivers can complete a full digital pain assessment in under three minutes. The app's AI engine analyses facial micro-expressions alongside behavioural indicators and integrates the Numerical Rating Scale for those who can self-report, producing a personalised pain profile for each patient. PainChek Analytics, included at no extra cost for all clients, is a cloud-based data intelligence portal that consolidates historical assessment data to surface meaningful trends, support early detection of pain changes, and inform personalised care planning. Setup and onboarding is streamlined, with full implementation achievable in as little as six weeks. The platform serves residential aged care facilities, home care providers, hospitals, and disability services. It has been shown to reduce chemical restraints and improve response times, making it a transformative tool for organisations committed to person-centred, evidence-based care. PainChek integrates with existing care systems through its integration partner network.
Key Features
- AI Facial Analysis: Uses computer vision to detect pain indicators through facial micro-expressions, enabling objective assessment even for non-verbal patients.
- Personalised Pain Profiles: Builds unique, detailed pain profiles for each individual, improving clinical decision-making and enabling consistent, tailored care.
- PainChek Analytics: A built-for-purpose data intelligence portal included at no extra cost, providing historical pain trend analysis, early detection alerts, and actionable insights for care teams.
- Mobile App (iOS & Android): Complete digital pain assessments in under three minutes directly from a smartphone or tablet, supporting point-of-care use across any setting.
- Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) Integration: Incorporates the NRS for patients who can self-report, ensuring the Universal tool covers the full spectrum of communication abilities.
Use Cases
- Assessing pain in aged care residents with moderate to severe dementia who are unable to communicate verbally.
- Enabling hospital nursing staff to conduct rapid, objective pain assessments at the point of care using a mobile device.
- Supporting home care providers in monitoring and documenting pain levels consistently across distributed patient visits.
- Using PainChek Analytics to identify trends in a facility's pain management data and proactively adjust care plans to reduce clinical risk.
- Assessing pain in infants and non-verbal individuals in disability care settings where traditional self-report scales are not applicable.
Pros
- Clinically Proven: PainChek is backed by peer-reviewed clinical studies and has demonstrated measurable improvements in pain assessment accuracy and treatment outcomes.
- Covers All Patient Types: Works for verbal, non-verbal, and fluctuating patients — including those with dementia, infants, and hospital patients — making it a truly universal solution.
- Analytics Included at No Extra Cost: The PainChek Analytics portal provides enterprise-grade data insights without additional licensing fees, adding substantial value for care organisations.
- Fast Assessments: Assessments can be completed in under three minutes, minimising disruption to care workflows while maximising frequency and quality of pain monitoring.
Cons
- Enterprise-Focused Pricing: PainChek is targeted at professional care organisations rather than individuals, and pricing is not publicly listed — requiring direct contact with the sales team.
- Implementation Timeline: Full onboarding and implementation takes approximately six weeks, which may be a consideration for organisations needing an immediate solution.
- Niche Application Domain: The tool is purpose-built for healthcare and aged care settings, making it unsuitable for general wellness or consumer pain tracking use cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of patients can PainChek assess?
PainChek is designed for all people, including those who cannot verbalise their pain (such as people with moderate to severe dementia or infants), those who can self-report using the NRS, and those who fluctuate between the two.
How long does a PainChek assessment take?
A complete digital pain assessment using the PainChek app can be completed in under three minutes, making it practical for busy clinical environments.
What is PainChek Analytics?
PainChek Analytics is a cloud-based data intelligence portal included at no extra cost for all PainChek clients. It consolidates historical pain assessment data to surface trends, support early detection of pain changes, and inform clinical decision-making.
Which care settings is PainChek suitable for?
PainChek supports residential aged care facilities, home care providers, hospitals, disability services, and infant care settings. It is available in multiple countries and designed to work across diverse clinical environments.
How long does it take to implement PainChek?
PainChek offers seamless online onboarding, training, and implementation that can be completed in approximately six weeks, with dedicated support provided throughout the process.
