Understanding Chronic Pain
Understanding Pain in less than 5 minutes, and what to do about it!
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Understanding chronic painMedication in chronic pain
Do you wonder if pain medication is really working
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www.livewellwithpain.co.uk
/resource/medicines-decision-guideOpioid side effects
Opioids (‘strong painkillers’) can be really useful for a short time – after an injury or surgery. For more information please click on the pdf below.
PDF attachmentPain management medication information
Pain management medication information
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www.paindata.org/drugs.phpNHSGGC – Understanding Pain
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NHSGGC-understanding painNHSGGC – Chronic Pain and Activity
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NHSGGC-chronic pain and activityInformation and Resources for People Living With Chronic Pain
A local pain management resource containing a host of patient information and resources.
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www.nhsggc.scot/hospitals-services/services-a-to-z/chronic-pain/information-and-resources-for-patientsChronic pain
Chronic or persistent pain is pain that lasts longer than 12 weeks, or beyond the natural healing time
Website
www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/brain-nerves-and-spinal-cord/chronic-painThe pain cycle
The pain cycle pdf
PDF attachmentKeeping Active
Start any movement practice slowly and build up steadily.
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www.ppa.csp.org.uk/content/keeping-activeChronic Insights Fundraiser in Support of Fibromyalgia Action UK
We’re thrilled to share the story of a wonderful new fundraising initiative created by Chronic Insights, a one-person business based in Durham in the north east of England.
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www.fmauk.org
Chronic Pain
Page published: 19 February 2026
Last updated: 19 February 2026