Tramadol is a prescription medication used primarily to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. It belongs to a class of drugs called opioid analgesics, but it also has some properties of serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Here are the main uses of tramadol:

1. Pain Relief: Tramadol is commonly prescribed to manage various types of pain, including postoperative pain, dental pain, musculoskeletal pain, and chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathic pain.

2. Chronic Pain Management: Tramadol may be used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for individuals suffering from chronic pain conditions that are not adequately controlled by other pain medications.

3. Off-label Uses: In some cases, tramadol may be prescribed off-label for conditions such as restless legs syndrome (RLS), migraine headaches, and certain types of neuropathic pain.