Chronic or persistent pain is more than just a biological or physical phenomenon. Both social and psychological factors can change how we experience and perceive pain, these factors can increase
Spoon Theory was coined in 2010 by a college student living with lupus. Since then it has gained much attention from chronic pain sufferers and others living with illnesses or
Metro Pain Group are compiling a collection of helpful tips and advice to be shared within the chronic pain community. In 25 words or less, how do you manage your
Shoulder pain is the third most common musculoskeletal complaint, with studies indicating that the prevalence of shoulder pain in the general population may be up to 67%.1 Shoulder pain has
Pain is way more complex than originally thought. It does not always follow a linear path where cause leads to effect. The pain experience does not necessarily result from an
During the late 1990’s the idea that pain was being undertreated gained traction, leading to the coining of pain as the 5th vital sign. [1] Alongside this new understanding, pain
Chronic pelvic pain is pain felt below the navel which has been ongoing or intermittent for over six months. Pain can range from a dull ache to a sharp
Dr Paul Verrills, in collaboration with other world leaders in neuromodulation, has recently published, The Neuromodulation Appropriateness Consensus Committee on Best Practices for Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation (DRG). The Neuromodulation
Arthritis is a common chronic disease affecting people of all ages. In Australia alone, approximately 15% of the population have some form of arthritis, with osteoarthritis being the most common. 12