Older Adults
Treating pain among older adults requires knowledge of comorbid medical conditions, and prevention and management of side effects. Review the resources shown here to find treatment recommendations and important factors to consider when treating this patient population.
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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.
Older 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 a medical problem. It is important to know the difference, and to let your health care provider know if you have any concerns.
Older Adults
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 the area, and connect with organizations that directly serve pain patients.
Older Adults What to Know if You Are Prescribed Opioids for Pain
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.
Older Adults What to Know if You Are Prescribed Opioids for Pain
Opioids Can Derail The Lives Of Older People, Too
Hear about one man’s battle to quit taking opioid medications.
Older Adults What to Know if You Are Prescribed Opioids for Pain
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 medication.
Older Adults What to Know if You Are Prescribed Opioids for 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.
Older Adults What to Know if You Are Prescribed Opioids for Pain
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.
Older Adults What to Know if You Are Prescribed Opioids for Pain
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 who use opioids through a comprehensive educational program.
Older Adults
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.
Older Adults
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
Older Adults
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
Older Adults
Older Adults’ Experiences with Opioid Prescriptions
Access this site to learn about the findings from a national poll –Findings indicate support for prescribing limits, and need for better counseling and disposal options. Learn more about opioids and older adults.
Older Adults
SAMSHA: Talking with Your Adult Patients about Alcohol, Drug, and/or Mental Health Problems – A Discussion Guide for Primary Health Care Providers
This guide provides clinicians with questions to begin discussions with adult patients about mental illness, substance use disorders, or both. It includes resources for patients who need an evaluation after a positive screening.
Older Adults
SAMHSA: Managing Chronic Pain in Adults With or in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders
This quick guide summarizes guidelines for clinicians treating chronic pain in adults living with a history of substance misuse. It covers patient assessment, chronic pain management, managing addiction risk in patients treated with opioids, and patient education.
Older Adults