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Pain is not only a symptom, but a pathology in itself. It is known as chronic pain. In Hospital La Paloma\u2019s Pain Unit, we specialise in a multidisciplinary approach to a problem that affects a large portion of Spain\u2019s population. Of course, the department specialists know perfectly the nerve mechanisms that are activated when pain arises, so, whatever the type of acute crisis, we are prepared to handle it.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How many people suffer chronic pain in Spain?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Living with pain is a problem that not only affects the patient’s quality of life, but also their closest relatives, they must witness, without being able to help, how their family member or friend suffers from pain that can not be calmed. According to an epidemiological study on chronic pain in Spain, it is estimated that over 6 million Spanish adults suffer from chronic pain, precisely 17.25% of the population. A very high rate that should make us think twice about its situation.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Does it affect women more?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

That’s right, most of those affected are women. The most common pains are back (60.53%), joint (40.21%), head (34.72%) and cervical (28.62%). Within our closest relatives or friends there are sure to be those who suffer and are treated for chronic pain.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Who should go to the Pain Unit?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

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People with pain in any part of the body who have not achieved relief with conventional treatments come to the Pain Unit. Also those with lumbar pain (back), de novo sciatica or pain derived from interventions for herniated discs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Many patients suffer from pain caused by osteoarthritis, intense muscular pain or headaches, which have not been able to improve with usual treatments.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Patients who are diagnosed with cancer or who suffer severe pain after a surgical intervention come to our unit.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Patients with severe discomfort after car or work accidents are also assisted.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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La Paloma multidisciplinary Pain Unit team\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

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The Pain and Palliative Care Unit of Hospital La Paloma has as a mission to subtract pain and add quality life by applying a multidisciplinary approach to relieve the pains.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This unit is made up of specialists in various areas:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n