Pain Management Websites

Nurse Clinicians! Are you needing to access the latest websites, resources, and news reports on pain management ? Check out these general pain management websites:

American Academy of Pain Medicine

The American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) is the medical specialty society representing physicians practicing in the field of Pain Medicine

American Pain Foundation

NPO site that contains newsletter, downloadable patient resources (MS Word), and discussion boards.

American Pain Society (APS)

Multidisciplinary, scientific and professional society. Contains announcements of positions, fellowships, grants, etc.

American Society for Action on Pain

Patient organization interested in pain management issues/concerns.

American Society for Pain Management Nursing

Organization of professional nurses that provide support to pain management. Contains announcements and an e-mail list.

American Society of Addiction Medicine

Site dedicated to increasing the quality of addiction treatment. Includes certification, publications, and conference info.

American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine

Member info, web-based CME, and fellowship opportunities are some of the highlights.

International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)

NPO consisting of health professionals. Access to web-based learning, grants/awards, opportunities, etc.

National Pain Foundation

A non-profit organization that provides education and support resources for people in chronic pain, their families, and physicians.

Pain & Policy Studies Group, University of Wisconsin
The Pain & Policies Studies Group website contains a wealth of information about pain relief and public policy, both domestic and international.

Pain.com

Free web-based CME, articles, and pain journals (all free to view).

PainAction

Interactive individually customized site for pain patients with features including printable pain tracking journal, skill-building tools, and message board.

PainLink

Archived website that still contains applicable information.

The Mayday Fund

Extensive listing of internet resources relating to pain and pain management.

Wisconsin Pain Initiative

Grassroots organization of professionals that includes: pain management laws (WI), patient/public/professional education.