Utilization of Methods for Pain Treatment and Management Among Older Adults with Chronic Pain

Older adults have a high prevalence of chronic pain, which can have a substantial effect on their health and quality of life. Patients ’ use of effective pain relief methods is a central part of the treatment and management of chronic pain. The utilization of pain relief methods and their perceived effectiveness are important knowledge for treating and managing chronic pain for clinicians and older adults. However, this has been poorly investigated.
Source: Pain Management Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research