Chronic pain perspectives: Managing chronic pain in older adults: 6 steps to overcoming medication barriers

J Fam Pract. 2012 Sep;61(9 Suppl):S16-21.

Abstract

These practical tips will help improve the likelihood of a successful analgesic trial in patients 65 and older.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Analgesics / administration & dosage
  • Chronic Pain / drug therapy
  • Chronic Pain / therapy*
  • Communication
  • Decision Making
  • Disease Management
  • Humans
  • Physician-Patient Relations

Substances

  • Analgesics