'There is no doubt that we still confront many challenges in the science and management of chronicpain. However, these 10 highlights from our summit indicate to me that we are on the right path.' BBCRN
Coordinated by Monica Mallampalli, PhD, HealthyWomen's Advisor for Scientific and Strategic Initiatives, our two-day event aimed to advance and amplify current dialogue on the impact ofon women's health. We certainly accomplished our goals. The summit convened leading experts in chronic pain science and treatment, policy experts from federal agencies and national pain advocacy organizations.
This will be a triumph for women's health because women bear a far greater burden of pain. Indeed, the prevalence of most common pain conditions , is higher in women compared to men. In addition:Women's life expectancy is reduced by one year for every 10 years spent with chronic pain. Sleep loss increases pain sensitivity and is a major risk factor for developing chronic pain, especially in women.
More informed research about sex differences in pain likely will lead to pain medication and devices tailored specifically for men and women. Innovative clinical approaches, such as motivational interviewing and functional pain inventories, can improve the patient-clinician dialogue and improve patient outcomes by setting goals for managing and living with chronic pain.
Working to eliminate the stigma associated with chronic pain—including self-stigmatization and inherent race and gender biases--will help to break down major barriers to accessing care and successful treatment.
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