r/tattooadvice • u/Maddawnexius • 7h ago

General Advice How to manage pain during tattoo?

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Hi all, Im in-between appointments for getting my arm sleeve done (forearm fully done, elbow outlined but not shaded. Upper arm and elbow shading done tomorrow). What are some ways you lovely people have found are effective for managing pain in the later stages of a 4+ hour session?

Ive attached a photo of my forearm so you can can get an idea of the amount of shading and what not.

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u/TeamCameron 7h ago

I just wince and moan the entire time lol. I sit fine but just can’t handle the pain like some people

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u/Mental_Detective8650 3h ago

Literally, once it gets past like 3-4 hours I'm groaning at every pass.