Chronic noncancer pain management

Abstract

Web exclusiveEditor's key points } Access to multidisciplinary management of chronic noncancer pain is limited in primary care, often contributing to excessive opioid prescribing.} Led by a registered nurse, the program described was implemented in an outpatient clinic and integrated a self-management approach and multidisciplinary care.} At the participants' final followup appointments, pain intensity and pain interference with daily living had improved to a clinically significant degree in 21.6% and 46.9% of participating patients, respectively. In this sample of patients with a moderate risk of future opioid abuse, 42.9% of opioid users reduced their daily intakes.} Overall, the program was well received by participating patients, clinicians, and administrators.