Topic
Pain: Chronic
This collection features the best content from AFP, as identified by the AFP editors, on chronic pain and related issues, including end-of-life care, NSAIDs, and opioid therapy. New research may affect the interpretation and application of this material. Clinical judgment is advised. Note that AFP content published within the past two years is accessible to AAFP members and paid subscribers only.
Overview
Treatment-Specific Therapies
| Apr 15, 2024 |
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Remotely Delivered Psychotherapy for Treating Chronic Pain
[Cochrane for Clinicians]
CME
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| Mar 15, 2024 |
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Remote Delivery of Psychological Therapies May Improve Chronic Pain
[Medicine by the Numbers]
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| Feb 15, 2024 |
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Cannabis Use for Cancer-Related Pain
[Cochrane for Clinicians]
CME
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| Nov 15, 2023 |
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Prescribing Opioids for Pain: Guidelines From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
[Practice Guidelines]
CME
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| Feb 15, 2023 |
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Mu-Opioid Antagonists for the Treatment of Opioid-Induced Bowel Dysfunction
[Medicine by the Numbers]
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| Aug 15, 2022 |
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Cannabis for Treatment of Chronic Pain
[Implementing AHRQ Effective Health Care Reviews]
CME
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| Aug 15, 2022 |
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Medical Cannabis or Cannabinoids for Chronic Pain: BMJ Rapid Recommendation
[Practice Guidelines]
CME
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| May 01, 2021 |
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Nonopioid Pharmacologic Treatments for Chronic Pain
[Implementing AHRQ Effective Health Care Reviews]
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| Sep 15, 2020 |
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Appropriate Use of Opioids for Chronic Pain
[Lown Right Care]
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| Jan 01, 2020 |
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Tapering Long-Term Opioid Therapy
[Curbside Consultation]
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| Dec 01, 2017 |
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Topical Capsaicin for Treatment of Chronic Neuropathic Pain in Adults
[Medicine by the Numbers]
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| Nov 01, 2017 |
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Topical NSAIDs for Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain in Adults
[Cochrane for Clinicians]
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| Sep 01, 2017 |
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Pregabalin for Fibromyalgia Pain in Adults
[Cochrane for Clinicians]
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| Oct 01, 2016 |
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Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors for Fibromyalgia
[Cochrane for Clinicians]
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| Jun 15, 2016 |
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Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Chronic Opioid Therapy
PtEd
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| Dec 01, 2015 |
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Gabapentin for Chronic Neuropathic Pain
[Medicine by the Numbers]
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| Nov 15, 2015 |
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Effectiveness, Adverse Effects, and Safety of Medical Marijuana
[Editorials]
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| Jul 01, 2015 |
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The Role of Levetiracetam in Treating Chronic Neuropathic Pain Symptoms
[Cochrane for Clinicians]
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| Mar 01, 2015 |
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Controlled-Release Oxycodone for Neuropathic Pain and Fibromyalgia in Adults
[Cochrane for Clinicians]
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| Aug 15, 2014 |
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Cardiovascular Effects of NSAIDs
[FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
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| Aug 01, 2012 |
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Rational Use of Opioids for Management of Chronic Nonterminal Pain
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| May 01, 2012 |
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Tapentadol (Nucynta) for Treatment of Pain
[STEPS]
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| Jul 01, 2010 |
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Opioid Therapy for Chronic Noncancer Pain
[Cochrane for Clinicians]
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| Dec 01, 2009 |
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Guidelines for the Use of Opioid Therapy in Patients with Chronic Noncancer Pain
[Practice Guidelines]
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Screening and Diagnosis
Complications and Special Situations
End of Life
Neuropathic Pain
Editorials and Letters
Improving Practice
Patient Education, Self-Care
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