Pain management

If you have been struggling with pain for more than 12 weeks, please contact your GP (doctor).

Many organisations can support you and help you cope with pain so that you can have a better quality of life.

Advice and information about managing pain

The British Pain Society has information for people living with pain, including:

• a list of patient organisations
• frequently asked questions about living with pain 
• a suggested reading list
• patient information leaflets

More tips and guidance about living with chronic pain:

• NHS: 10 ways to reduce pain
• Pain Concern
• Action on Pain
• HealthTalkOnline

Pain management services in Suffolk

Some pain management services need to be referred by a health professional. The services available in Suffolk are:

• Allied Health Professionals Suffolk
• Ipswich Hospital
• West Suffolk Hospital
• Suffolk GP Federation

Support groups and activities in Suffolk

Suffolk InfoLink has lists of groups, activities and organisations you may find useful:

• disability advice organisations
• exercise classes
• mental health support for pain
• pain management support groups
• relaxation activities