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Basics of Chronic Pain & Chronic Pain Evaluation
Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS) presentation
Calgary Chronic Pain Centre
Educating and empowering people with chronic pain to achieve mental and physical well-being. A partnership between Alberta Health Services and the Cumming School of Medicine.
Clinical outcome data of chronic pain patients treated with cannabis-based oils and dried flower from the UK Medical Cannabis Registry
The following study evaluated the clinical outcomes of patients enrolled in the UK Medical Cannabis Registry, who were treated with inhaled dried flower (Adven® EMT2, Curaleaf International, Guernsey), and sublingual/oral medium-chain triglyceride-based oils (Adven, Curaleaf International, Guernsey) for chronic pain.
Comparing Chronic Pain in Urban and Rural Canadian Adults
This thesis uses data from the Recovery and Resilience COVID-19 Survey to examine the relationship between rurality and pain among Canadian adults.
Developmental Approaches to Chronic Pain: A Narrative Review
This narrative review will provide an overview of the currently available treatment modalities for
chronic pain and their adverse event profiles, as well as a review of therapies that are currently in
development and/or preclinical trials for the management and treatment of chronic pain.
Effectiveness of a Nurse-Led Songwriting Intervention on Quality of Life for Individuals with Chronic Pain
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) translational and clinical research project
Effects of a Mind-Body Program for Chronic Pain in Older versus Younger Adults
This study is one of the first to explore differences in the effects of a mind-body program on pain during activity and multimodal physical function.
The Effect of Occupational Engagement on Lifestyle in Adults Living with Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Study investigates the effect of occupational engagement on lifestyle in chronic pain patients
Effectiveness of Digital Health Interventions (DHI) in Chronic Pain Management: A Scoping Review of Current Evidence and Emerging Trends
Addresses the impact of digital health interventions (DHIs) on chronic pain management, specifically, mHealth, eHealth, wearable devices, virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence.
Ensuring Equity and Inclusion in Virtual Care Best Practices for Diverse Populations of Youth with Chronic Pain
Equity in Patient Partnerships, special issue 2022
Experiences of Immigrant Women Living with Chronic Pain and their Caregivers: An Intersectional Approach
The purpose of this qualitative, exploratory study is to understand
living with chronic disabling pain as situated in and contextualized by the lived experiences of
immigrant women residing in Ottawa, Ontario, and to explore the perspectives of the women’s
care partners as well as physicians providing care for chronic pain
Evaluation of a Peer Led Chronic Pain Self-Management Program in a Rural Population
Healthcare
and community organizations should consider investing in and offering chronic pain workshops in rural areas in order to
promote health and wellness
Evaluation of a Virtual Compassionate Living Group for Patients with Chronic Pain
The current study sought to evaluate a routine Virtual Compassionate Living Group for
patients with chronic pain on the measures of self-compassion, self-criticism and pain self-efficacy.
Factors Influencing the Perception and Management of Chronic Pain for Immigrant Women in Saskatchewan: An Exploratory Qualitative Study
The study aims to explore immigrant women's experiences with chronic pain in
Saskatchewan, Canada [thesis]
Gender Differences in Medication Adverse Effects Experienced by People Living With Chronic Pain
Understanding gender differences in chronic pain (CP) outcome research
is essential to optimal treatment delivery. This study explored the associations between
gender identity, gender roles, and the number of non-life-threatening pain medication
adverse effects reported as severe by people living with CP.
Implementation of eLearning Solutions for Patients with Chronic Pain Conditions
This paper discusses mHealth solutions to meet the needs of patients experiencing chronic pain.
Incorporating personal narratives in positive psychology interventions to manage chronic pain
This perspective paper shows how integrating narration in positive psychology intervention research can have advantages for healthcare research and policy.
In the Virtual Hospital: Shared Virtual Spaces for Patients with Chronic Pain
poster from XR-Pain grant agreement, European Media and Immersion Lab
Interdisciplinary Education Involving Chronic Pain Management: The Way Forward
This paper indicates that interdisciplinary education, combining students from different healthcare fields in one class, enhances the learning experience and ultimate goal of eventually providing patients` with possible pain outcomes.
Is pain ever acceptable? A qualitative exploration concerning adult perceptions of chronic pain
This paper aims to explore what ‘acceptable pain’ means to adults living with chronic non-cancer pain (CPCP).
Narratives of Chronic Pain After Treatment in Adult Patients
Partners in Pain: pilot results from a virtual community engagement and support group for people living with chronic pain in Saskatchewan.
Improving Pain in Saskatchewan [conference poster]
Patients Response to Interventional Care for Chronic Pain Study (PRICS): A Cross-Sectional Survey of Community-Based Pain Clinics in Ontario, Canada
Study discusses a 33-item cross-sectional survey administered to patients living with CNCP pain attending four community-based pain clinics in Ontario, Canada.
Physical Therapists Knowledge of and Attitudes Toward Treating Chronic Pain
This thesis provides an in-depth discussion on physical therapists' knowledge and treatment of chronic pain.
Predictors of fatal and nonfatal overdose after prescription of opioids for chronic pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies
This systematic review and meta-analysis identifies predictors of fatal and nonfatal overdose from prescription opioids.
Randomized Controlled Trial Investigating the Effectiveness of a Multimodal Mobile Application for the Treatment of Chronic Pain
A short-term mobile app intervention resulted in significant improvements across physical and mental health outcomes compared to wait-listed usual care for chronic pain patients.
Reviewing the Potential Role of Artificial Intelligence in Delivering Personalized and Interactive Pain Medicine Education for Chronic Pain Patients
This study discusses applications of AI in pain management education, addressing ethical considerations, patient empowerment, and accessibility barriers.
The Relationship Between Chronic Pain and Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly: A Review of Current Evidence
This review presents the available
evidence on the connection between chronic pain and cognitive impairment, and discusses the potential mechanisms by which chronic pain affects cognitive function.
The Relationship between Depression and Chronic Pain: A Literature Review
This study aims to conduct a comprehensive literature review to analyze the association between depression and chronic pain.
Talking about chronic pain: Misalignment in discussions of the body, mind and social aspects in pain clinic consultations
Using Qualitative Methodologies to Explore the Lived Experience of Chronic Pain and Chronic Pain in the Workplace
Virtual Dance/Movement Therapy as a Mechanism of Change for Patients Experiencing Chronic Pain: A Literature Review
The purpose of this literature review is to discuss data on the prevalence of chronic pain, current
treatment options, and the effectiveness of dance/movement therapy (D/MT) as a successful
treatment approach
What factors affect worsening disability in patients with chronic pain?
prospective observational study [conference poster]
Young Adult Cannabis Users’ Perceptions of Cannabis Risks and Benefits by Chronic Pain Status
This study offers insight into the perceptions of risks and benefits among young adult cannabis
users and associations with physical and mental health and cannabis-related problems.

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