Fibromyalgia: Getting the
Information and Care You Deserve
Living with chronic widespread pain can be tough. But the more you
learn, the better you will feel. There is hope for people with this kind of
pain, which may be diagnosed as a condition called fibromyalgia.
The National Pain Foundation has collaborated with the American Chronic Pain
Association and the American Pain Foundation to produce information about
fibromyaliga.
Knowing the facts can put you on the road to better health. The information in
this section will give you a place to start. Visit
Fibromyalgia: Getting the
Information and Care You Deserve today.
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It's free, easy and so important to us -- your pledge helps the NPF do more to educate and support people living with pain.
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Treating Pain Using Neuromodulation
Neuromodulation is a general word that refers to activity within the human nervous system. Neuromodulation for treating pain refers to the use of highly specialized technology that can alter the function of the human nervous system.
Neuromodulation is an exciting and growing field within the specialty of pain
medicine. Learn
about spinal cord stimulators, implantable drug pumps, TENS, and more.
Seniors and Pain
Pain in older adults is an epidemic. In fact, research has shown that half of adults who live independently and three-fourths who live in a care facility suffer from persistent pain. As the population grows and ages, so will the number of people who need care and support to live comfortably. The National Pain Foundation has developed a number of articles, tips and resources to help older adults and their families. Visit our new
Seniors and Pain section to learn more about living with limitations as an older adult and caring for an older adult who has pain and other medical conditions.
Pediatric Pain
Research has shown that children experience pain at a much higher level than previously thought. Studies estimate that nearly half of children ages 10 to 18 years old will suffer from a pain condition that lasts three months or longer. The articles in the National Pain Foundation's
Pediatric Pain section will help you and your family learn more about pediatric pain conditions and the various ways to help manage a child's pain.
New Survey Finds Pain Gap – People with Lower Incomes and Less Education are in Pain More Often
Results of a new study show that 28% of the US population is in pain at any given moment and individuals with less education and lower incomes spend more of their time in pain. The researchers also found the average pain rating to be twice as high for individuals in households with annual incomes below $30,000 as for those in households with incomes above $100,000.
Read more about this pain gap.
2008 Triumph Dinner Celebrates Extraordinary Individuals
The 2008 Triumph Dinner, held on April 18 at San Francisco's City Hall, was a moving event with stories of perseverance, dedication, hope and love. In presenting the John C. Oakley Pioneers in Pain Medicine, the Celina Field Caregiver, and the Triumph Awards, the organization honored three extraordinary people who have made a difference in the lives of many others. The NPF is humbled and grateful for the support of the many pain experts, family members, individuals and corporations who contributed to the success of the event.
Watch the videos about the award winners and read more about the event.
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