The goal of chronic pain management is to improve quality of life and reduce pain, rather than trying to stop it completely. Pain specialists can help patients return to everyday activities without surgery or a heavy reliance on medication.
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Chronic pain is pain that lasts beyond normal healing time after injury or illness—generally 3 to 6 months. It is a common and complex condition, and the pain experienced can be anything from mild to severe. The defining characteristic of chronic pain is that it is ongoing and experienced on most days of the week.
Chronic pain can result from injury, surgery, musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis, or other medical conditions such as cancer, endometriosis or migraines. In some cases, there may be no apparent physical cause (Treede et al. 2015; Painaustralia 2019a).
Pain that is acute, or short-term, is a response to damaged tissue and usually disappears once the tissue has healed. Chronic pain is more complex, and may result from damage to body tissue from an acute or chronic condition, or changes in the nerves or nervous system that result in the nerves continuing to signal pain after the original condition has healed (Painaustralia 2019a).
Chronic pain can affect a person’s use of health care and ability to work, exercise and socialise (Hadi et al. 2018; Duenas et al. 2016). People with chronic pain are more likely than those without chronic pain to experience mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance and fatigue (Painaustralia 2019a).
Chronic pain can come in many different forms and occur across your body. It’s the main symptom of a wide range of injuries, infections and diseases. Common types of chronic pain include:
Chronic pain symptoms vary from person to person. But the defining characteristic of chronic pain is that it lasts for more than three months. You may describe the pain as:
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Chronic pain often leads to other symptoms and conditions, including:
It’s important to see a healthcare provider if pain is interfering with your daily life.
Marcus has always been passionate about helping others throughout his medical career, particularly in the treatment of complex pain conditions. He is dedicated to achieving breakthroughs for patients suffering from chronic pain, allowing them to regain their quality of life. Marcus takes a holistic approach to pain management, recognizing the complex interplay between mental health, addiction, and physical pain in many cases.
Pain Management Specialist Hours
Note* To see Dr Marcus, you will need a referral from your General Practitioner.
Fridays 8.00am – 5.00pm
Pain Management Specialist Fees
Medicare Item Number 2801 – rebate $148.35 Gap $269.10
Medicare Item Number 2801 – rebate $148.35 Gap $51.65
Medicare Item Number 2806 – rebate $74.25 Gap $125.75
Medicare Item Number 2806 – rebate $74.25 Gap $45.75
