Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Key Points CRPS is a complex pain condition that could result in significant functional disability and psychological stress. It is thought to be a combination of mechanisms that explain the symptoms of CRPS. Each person has different manifestation of CPRS and response to treatment differently. There are multiple treatment options available for CRPS. It is […]
Joint-related Pain and Arthritis
Key Points: Joint-related pain is very common but the treatments are often inadequate. Multiple factors are associated with the development of joint-related pain, such as inflammation, underlying structural changes, overactive nervous system, dietary deficiency or genetic predisposition. There are several management options available to alleviate the joint-related pain, which includes lifestyle modifications, medications, physical therapy, […]
Sleep and Pain
Key points: Good sleep is a foundation for good health and happy mind. Sleep and Pain sensation share the similar neural circuitry and neurotransmitters involved in regulation. There is evidence suggest that the relationship between sleep and pain is bidirectional. Educate good sleep hygiene, create a restful environment, winding down and de-stressing technique for a […]
International Women’s Day and Pain
Key Points Millions of women around the world living with pain but remain untreated. There are multiple factors why women experience more pain, through the biological, psychological and social reasons. Women have higher prevalence in fibromyalgia, musculoskeletal pain, headache, visceral abdominal and pelvic pain. Healthcare providers need to acknowledge and understand the different needs between […]
Low Back Pain: At A Glance
Key Points Low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Most people with acute non specific low back pain recover after 4-6 weeks with conventional treatments and physical exercise. Risk stratification approach can reduce the risk of patient developing chronic pain and disability. The mechanism of lower back pain is likely multifactorial. A […]
Radiofrequency Treatment
Key Points Radiofrequency Treatment is one of the common minimally invasive day procedures for pain reduction. It is used in conjunction with Fluoroscopy and/or Ultrasound. Common target areas include low back pain, neck pain and peripheral nerve pain. Most people noticed pain reduction from 3-6 weeks to 9-24 months following the procedure. Radiofrequency treatment could […]
LGBTQI+ and Pain
Key points LGBTQI+ population are more likely to experience discrimination, abuse, exclusion and prejudice than the broader population. Interaction with healthcare providers play a vital role for the health-related outcomes among the LGBTQ population. Personalised comprehensive biopsychosocial management plans are recommended for LGBTQ population living with pain. Disparities in LGBTQI+ health care is not new. […]
Why Pain Management?
Key Points Chronic pain usually involve with overprotective nervous system and is associated with significant emotional distress and functional disability. If the patient has not responded to conventional treatments within 6-8 weeks, a referral for comprehensive multidisciplinary pain assessment should be considered. Biopsychosocial model could be used to delineate the risk factors for persistent pain. […]
Opioids: PBS changes after June 2020
Key Points: On 1 June 2020, changes were made to the listings of opioids and formulations listed on the PBS General Schedule Short-term therapy with opioids for acute severe pain has new Restricted Benefit listings – 10 tablets/capsules, No repeats, No increases in maximum quantity or number of units Full pack sizes of opioids for acute […]