Official Twitter account for The British Pain Society

Core values

- The society works to improve the knowledge and understanding of pain, which is a significant public health issue, and contributes to public health policy and clinical practice[1].
- It plays a pivotal role in national pain audits and policy changes, such as the inclusion of pain-related questions in the Health Survey for England[1].
- The society supports Pain Management Programmes that reduce disability and distress caused by chronic pain, teaching patients physical, psychological, and practical techniques to improve their quality of life[3].
- It updates guidelines on intrathecal drug delivery, which provides effective pain relief and improves the quality of life for patients with chronic nonmalignant pain, cancer-related pain, and spasticity[2].
- The society advocates for multidisciplinary approaches to pain management, which is a significant shift towards more comprehensive and effective care[1].
- It works to raise awareness and change pain policies, similar to the goals of the Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) platform, though on a national level[1][5].
- The society includes a Patient Voice Committee to ensure patient views are represented, enhancing patient collaboration and improving overall care[1].
- It promotes education among health professionals, such as the implementation of the EPM Lite teaching method in medical schools, to improve pain management skills[1].