21: Opioids and Managing Pain in Remote Areas

In this programme we hear about the challenges facing people with chronic pain in isolated parts of the country and how a pain management programme in the Highlands is helping such patients. Dr Cathy Stannard clears up some of the misunderstandings surrounding opioids and explains when they can and can’t help with chronic pain and the possible side-effects of taking them.In thsi programme: Jackie Milburn. Clinical Nurse Manager, Chronic Pain Service, NHS Highland Dr John Macleod, Consultant Anaesthetist, NHS Highland Dr Cathy Stannard, Consultant in Pain Medicine, Frenchay Hospital, North Bristol NHS Trust #AbleRadio #AiringPain #PainConcern