This video, created by IASP Global Year Co-Chairs Dr. Lars
Arendt-Nielsen of the University of Aalborg, Denmark, and Dr. Kathleen
A. Sluka of the University of Iowa, USA, introduces the concept of
musculoskeletal pain and the importance of understanding it.
Chronic musculoskeletal pain and its treatment, though common, is
often misunderstood. Many people have adopted false beliefs about
chronic pain and chronic pain treatment. This video addresses some of
the myths about chronic pain treatment.
One of the best, most effective, and most long-lasting treatments for
chronic pain is exercise. This video highlights the benefits of exercise
in managing chronic pain.
Pain
2008 - An Updated Review (Refresher Course Syllabus,
2008) – Part 4: Musculoskeletal Pain: Basic Mechanisms; Part
18: Low Back Pain.
Books by IASP Members
Tackling Musculoskeletal Pain: A Guide for Clinic and
Workplace. Authors include IASP members Nicholas Kendall, Chris J.
Main, and Paul J. Watson
Other Organizations Dedicated to Pain
Research, Management, and Relief
American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is
the national medical society representing more than 7,500 physicians who
are specialists in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation
(PM&R). www.aapmr.org
American Chiropractic Association
The ACA provides lobbying, public relations, professional and
educational opportunities for doctors of chiropractic, funds research
regarding chiropractic and health issues, and offers leadership for the
advancement of the profession. www.amerchiro.org
Association of Rehabilitation Nurses
ARN's mission is to promote and advance professional rehabilitation
nursing practice through education, advocacy, collaboration, and
research to enhance the quality of life for those affected by disability
and chronic illness. www.rehabnurse.org
Canadian Chiropractic Association
The mission of The CCA is to help Canadians live healthier lives by
informing the public about the benefits of chiropractic care, by
facilitating chiropractic research, and by advocating for health care
system reform to ensure equitable and accessible health care for all
Canadians. www.ccachiro.org
Chronic Pain Association of Canada
The Chronic Pain Association of Canada is Canada's largest independent,
not-for-profit charitable organization serving people affected by pain,
through education, information, support advocacy. www.chronicpaincanada.com
Institute for the Study and Treatment of Pain
The Institute for the Study and Treatment of Pain is a non-profit
organization dedicated to research, treatment, training, and education
in chronic pain. www.istop.org
Pain Relief Foundation
The Pain Relief Foundation is a UK charity which funds research into the
causes and treatment of human chronic pain and is concerned with
education of health professionals about pain management. www.painrelieffoundation.org.uk
Physiotherapy Pain Association
The PPA was formed to bring together and provide information for
Physiotherapists with the common interest of managing patients with both
acute and long term pain. www.ppaonline.co.uk
World Health Organization
WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the
United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on
global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms
and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing
technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health
trends. www.who.int
GYAMP Resources Global Year Against Musculoskeletal Pain
