Introduction Opioid prescribing for persistent pain has risen dramatically across many developed countries throughout the world. Dr John Bedson, a GP and epidemiologist from Stoke-on-Trent, describes some of the trends …
Best practice guidelines on the use of opioids for persistent pain are fairly consistent in their recommendations: Numerous best practice guidelines have been published on the use of opioids for …
Defining problematic opioid use The terminology around problematic prescribed opioid use, including misuse and addiction is often used inconsistently and can be confusing so, to clarify, here are some definitions: …
By now, you will have some understanding that the PROMPPT research programme aims to improve care for patients living with persistent pain. To achieve this aim we think it is …
