Veterans with chronic pain: Examining gender differences in pain type, overlap, and the impact of post ‐traumatic stress disorder

ConclusionsIndividuals with MOPCs and PTSD may have complex treatment needs. They may benefit from highly coordinated trauma-sensitive care and integrated interventions that simultaneously address pain and PTSD.SignificanceWomen were significantly more likely than men to experience MOPCs. PTSD was also significantly, independently, associated with MOPCs. Patients, particularly women, may benefit from tailored interventions that address both trauma and MOPCs.

Source: European Journal of Pain - March 8, 2024 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Katherine Hadlandsmyth, Mary A. Driscoll, Nicole L. Johnson, Jasmine G. Mares, Michelle A. Mengeling, Emily B. K. Thomas, Sonya B. Norman, Brian C. Lund Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research