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Until recently, chronic pain sufferers had very few treatment options. Now, thanks to advances in medicine and technology, more treatment options are
available. Additionally, the medical community has begun to respond to the special needs of these pain sufferers by creating a new medical specialty called pain management.
Pain management doctors, often called pain specialists, have advanced training in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of people with chronic pain. And they often work as part of a team with nurses, physical therapists, and mental health professionals.
Pain specialists realize that many chronic pain conditions have no cure, so they focus on ways to manage pain. They also recognize that chronic pain has many causes and possible treatments, but no one therapy works best for everyone. They know that pain can also change over time and that what worked well in the past may no longer provide enough relief or may cause more unwanted effects. To find a pain specialist in your area, click here.
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