Submitted to the MLA News by Stephanie Geffert, Mid Atlantic Spine and Pain Physicians Network, the following are suggested websites for patients looking for information or support on chronic pain:
American Chronic Pain Association - includes resources about pain medications, a coping calendar with inspirational tips and advice, tools, videos and a reading list.
American Pain Foundation - assistns people with pain through information, advocacy and support; includes the free PainAid online chat community.
Chronic Pain Support Group - community site where participants can share their stories with other members
ChronicBabe - blog designed to "improve the lives of young women living with chronic illnes."
National Institutes of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS): Chronic Pain Information Page - gives an overview of chronic pain, links to information on specific pain disorders.
National Pain Foundation
- website provides tools such as a personalized pain jounral; information on diseases and conditions and discussions on medication safety.
Pain Treatment Topics - clinical news, information, research and education; the pain artwork gallery features painting and drawings by pain sufferers.
