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Outcome measures of a chronic pain program: a prospective statistical study

J E Hubbard1, J Tracy, S F Morgan

  • 1Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, USA.

The Clinical Journal of Pain
|December 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

This comprehensive pain management program significantly improved patient outcomes. Participants experienced reduced medication use, increased work hours, and enhanced quality of life, demonstrating program effectiveness.

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Area of Science:

  • Pain Management
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Quality of Life Studies

Background:

  • Chronic pain significantly impacts patients' lives, affecting their physical, emotional, and professional well-being.
  • Multidisciplinary pain management programs aim to address the complex nature of chronic pain through individualized treatment plans.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the objective and subjective outcomes of an individualized, multidisciplinary, comprehensive pain management program.
  • To measure changes in medication use, return to work, pain levels, and emotional well-being post-program.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective evaluation of 50 patients completing the pain management program.
  • Objective measures included medication use and return to work status.
  • Subjective measures involved self-reported pain levels and the Personal Concerns and Goals Assessment (PCGA).

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Main Results:

  • Significant reduction in overall medication use (72%), with elimination of opioid use.
  • Twofold increase in overall work hours; fivefold increase for patients working <30 hours/week.
  • 33% improvement in overall pain levels and 24-46% improvement in lifestyle and emotional well-being factors.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive, multidisciplinary pain management program is effective for chronic pain.
  • Patients regain functional capacity and improve their quality of life, resuming productive roles.