Welcome!
If you are currently experiencing pain or are seeking information on behalf of a family member or friend, you have found an organization that is dedicated to ensuring the best possible management of pain. Ohio Pain Initiative (OPI) was founded in 1991 and ever since, has promoted education of both professionals and the public in order to improve the treatment of pain and to relieve suffering.
Persons with pain often do not receive optimal pain control. One way to improve pain management is for people with pain and their family members to be advocates for their treatment needs. Advocacy requires that those seeking pain care learn more about pain and its treatment as well as learn how to best work with the healthcare professionals managing the pain. The "Patient and Family" section of this website aims to provide you with the information and tools you need to be your own (or your family member's) advocate.
Again, welcome to our website. We hope that you will gain a greater understanding of the rights and responsibilities of those dealing with pain and discover meaningful ways to talk with your physician about pain. Education and information are vital assets to obtain relief!
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Featured Patient/Family Resources :: |
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American Pain Foundation
The American Pain Foundation serves people with pain through information, advocacy, and support. Their mission is to improve the quality of life of people with pain by raising public awareness, providing practical information, promoting research, and advocating to remove barriers and increase access to effective pain management. |
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Find a Physician
Websites providing lists of physicians who specialize in Pain Medicine. |
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Mayday Pain Project
Extensive listing of internet resources relating to pain and pain management. |
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National Pain Foundation
An on-line educational and support community for persons in pain, their families and physicians. This website is a source for treatment options and pain information that is peer reviewed by leading pain specialists. |
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view the OPI resource center |
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