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    Pain policy and drug policy are distinct issues. Addressing the pain crisis requires tailored policies focusing on equitable diagnosis and treatment, not conflating it with the drug overdose crisis.

    Area of Science:

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    • Pain Management

    Background:

    • Current policies in the United States incorrectly conflate pain policy with drug policy.
    • This conflation has led to a worsening of both the pain and drug overdose crises.
    • Inequalities in pain diagnosis and treatment persist due to inadequate policy tailoring.

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    • To advocate for tailored policies that address the root causes of pain management challenges.
    • To promote humane and equitable approaches to treating individuals with pain.

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    • Main Results:

    • Conflating pain policy with drug policy is a category error with detrimental public health outcomes.
    • The current approach has exacerbated both the pain crisis and the drug overdose crisis.
    • Failure to tailor policies to the specific needs of pain management perpetuates inequalities.

    Conclusions:

    • Disentangling pain policy from drug policy is essential for humane and ethical treatment of pain.
    • Tailored policies addressing the root causes of pain are necessary for improving patient lives.
    • Separate and distinct policies are required for effectively managing pain and addressing substance use disorders.