Treatment of Persistent Pain in Older Adults
This resource discusses treatment of persistent (i.e., chronic) non-cancer pain in the older adult, with an emphasis on the differences in management from younger adults.
MedlinePlus –Older Adult Health
Know what to expect as we age and our bodies and minds change. Some changes may just be part of normal aging, while others may be a warning sign of ...
Pain Information and Resources for Patients Seeking the Care of a Pain Medicine Professional
These resources are designed to help pain care providers provide their patients with helpful information and tools to increase their knowledge about pain, locate an AAPM member pain physician in ...
FDA: Stop — Learn — Go — Tips for Talking with Your Pharmacist to Learn How to Use Medicines Safely
Use these tips for talking with your pharmacist about medication safety.
Opioids Can Derail The Lives Of Older People, Too
Hear about one man’s battle to quit taking opioid medications.
Pain Relief, Opioids, and Constipation
Constipation from pain medication such as opioids is a common problem. Get tips on how to manage pain relief, side effects from opioids, and how to relieve constipation from pain ...
SAMHSA: Fact Sheet: Myths and Realities of Alcohol, Medications, and Mental Health Conditions in Older Adults
(Page 41) Many people have misconceptions about mental health conditions and/or substance use disorders. Use this fact sheet to better understand the facts.
How The Opioid Crisis Affects The Elderly
Find information on the physical effects of opioid medications on seniors, and the increased risks associated (e.g., risk of falls) with taking opioids.
Reframing Optimal Management of Pain and Opioids in Older Adults (ROMPO)
The ROMPO (Reframing Optimal Management of Pain and Opioids in Older Adults) project goal is to respond to the unique challenges providers face when caring for older (age 60+) patients ...
SAMHSA: Growing Older: Providing Integrated Care for An Aging Population
As a provider, find helpful information including evidence-based integrated care practices for older adults and brief screens for varying health care assessments.
Special Considerations for Opioid Use in Elderly Patients With Chronic Pain
Learn what special considerations should be taken when prescribing opioids to elderly patients as well as recommendations for patients with Renal Insufficiency, and Hepatic Insufficiency
SAMHSA: Fact Sheet: Preventing Medication and Alcohol Misuse Among Older Adults
Learn how to prevent medication and alcohol misuse with specific prevention strategies and case examples of successful prevention programs. Pages 49-52