Pain relief

Consider all the available options for pain management.

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Know the pain code - RED

The final module in this 3-part series will help you identify customers at risk of misusing analgesia and offers practical advice for handling difficult conversations

27 Nov 2023 , 5 Min Article

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Keep an ear out

The ears are not only vital for hearing, but balance too, so it’s important to keep them as healthy as possible. Explore various ear problems and the best self care tips and treatment advice staff can offer.

06 Oct 2023 , 1 Min Article

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Know the pain code - AMBER

This video will empower you to deal with 'amber' situations, with practical advice to apply when concerns of codeine misuse are identified.

02 Oct 2023 , 5 Min Article

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Don’t use opioids for lower back or neck pain

Opioids could even make patients’ pain worse in the medium or long-term, say researchers.

14 Aug 2023 , 3 Min Article

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The Pain Code Conversation

In the first video of a 3-part series, discover how The Pain Code can support you with analgesic stewardship, plus practical advice for consultations with customers deemed suitable for supply.

05 Jun 2023 , 5 Min Article

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Antidepressants prescribed for chronic pain despite ‘insufficient’ evidence

'Reliable evidence' for duloxetine but not other medicines prescribed for chronic pain

11 May 2023 , 1 Min Article

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A joint approach to living better

What's the latest thinking on managing MSK pain?

15 Feb 2023 , 1 Min Article

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A different approach to pain

Complete this interactive video to rethink your pain recommendations and ensure you offer every customer the most appropriate advice

11 Jan 2023 , 10 Min Article

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Managing fever in children

Get to grips with the current guidance on managing fever in children and how antipyretics can help, and discover products you can recommend.

18 Dec 2022 , 10 Min Article

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Under attack

The latest advice on treating and preventing migraine for Britain's estimated 10 million sufferers

08 Jul 2022 , 4 Min Article

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Exercise is key to fighting joint pain

In draft updated guidelines, NICE says clinical evidence shows people with osteoarthritis offered tailored exercises can achieve good health outcomes

07 Jul 2022 , 3 Min Article

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Exercise better than paracetamol for osteoarthritis, says NICE

'Regular and consistent exercise' is the first line treatment, says NICE.

04 May 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Effectively managing mild to moderate pain

Refresh your knowledge on managing mild to moderate pain and understand when a combination product can help.

29 Mar 2022 , 5 Min Article

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Get moving on joint pain

In a recent poll, 39 per cent of Brits report experiencing chronic pain. It seems the pandemic has affected the nation's joint and muscle health

05 Feb 2022 , 1 Min Article

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Heads you win

With headaches up and migraine worsening, are you giving your customers the latest advice?

13 Nov 2021 , 4 Min Article

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Heads you win

With headaches up and migraine worsening, are you giving your customers the latest advice?

13 Nov 2021 , 4 Min Article