title: Pain assessment and management in patients with chronic wounds.
abstract: Pain is a frequent symptom in patients with chronic wounds. It contributes to significant levels of suffering and distress, as well as reduced quality of life. This article considers interventions and procedures for managing pain in patients with chronic wounds.
authors.affiliation: Institute of Health, Social Care and Psychology, University of Worcester, Worcester. r.white@worc.ac.uk
authors.forename: Richard J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: White
mesh_terms: D001458:Bandages; D002908:Chronic Disease; D006801:Humans; D010146:Pain / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy; D059408:Pain Management; D010147:Pain Measurement; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy