MEDIA RELEASE PR36637
IASP Sponsors Global Year Against Musculoskeletal Pain
SEATTLE, Oct. 19 /PRNewswire/ --
Initiative calls for more research, improved treatment methods,
greater public awareness
The Global Year Against Musculoskeletal Pain launches today, focusing
attention on one of the largest and most significant areas of pain. Sponsored
by the nonprofit International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP), the
12-month campaign aims to generate greater awareness among medical
researchers, health professionals, government leaders, and the general public
about musculoskeletal pain and its substantial global impact.
More people worldwide experience musculoskeletal pain than any other
category of pain. According to experts, the problem is complex and
far-reaching, encompassing many different types of pain, including neck pain,
joint pain, low back pain, bone pain, and chronic widespread pain. Despite
the range of conditions and symptoms involved, all types of musculoskeletal
pain share similar underlying mechanisms, manifestations, and potential
treatments.
With its theme of "When Moving Hurts: Assess, Understand, Take Action,"
the Global Year Against Musculoskeletal Pain provides a platform for people -
especially pain researchers and clinicians - to explore these issues and
develop more effective treatment methods to relieve pain and suffering. Led
by Global Year Co-Chairs Dr. Lars Arendt-Nielsen (Denmark) and Dr. Kathleen
Sluka (United States), the campaign is mobilizing IASP members and chapters
worldwide to sponsor symposia, pain camps, publications, interviews, and
other efforts to raise the profile of musculoskeletal pain. IASP is also
providing free fact sheets on its website covering more than 20 topics
related to this category of pain.
"I urge everyone who is concerned about pain - from researchers and
health care professionals to government and community leaders - to join us in
this vital effort as we confront the challenges of musculoskeletal pain in
all its forms," said IASP President G.F. Gebhart. "By working together and
sharing the latest research and treatment approaches, we can greatly reduce
pain and suffering in millions of patients around the world."
About IASP. IASP brings together scientists, clinicians, health care
providers, and policy-makers to stimulate and support the study of pain and
translate that knowledge into improved pain relief worldwide. With more than
6,500 members in 123 countries, IASP sponsors grants, symposia, and programs
to support pain research. On the third Monday of each October, IASP launches
a new Global Year to raise awareness of different aspects of pain.
SOURCE: International Association for the Study of Pain
CONTACT: Rich Boram,
+1-206-283-0311 x225,
rich.boram@iasp-pain.org
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