Patients with chronic pain set to benefit from new critically acclaimed book by UHNM consultant

Patients who suffer from chronic pain are set to benefit from the release of a new critically acclaimed book by UHNM consultant Dr Pradeep Ingle. Dr Ingle, a consultant in chronic pain and anaesthesia, wrote the book alongside other clinical experts. It will help medical professionals to gain a sound understanding of chronic pain and advises on the diagnosis and management of various pain conditions they are likely to encounter. The book was released last month in a charity event organised by 'RISE' foundation, which helps children in the UK who suffer from chronic pain.

Dr Pradeep Ingle said: “A well educated professional means a well cared-for patient and this book has been written to help improve the understanding and practice of clinicians who care for patients with chronic pain. The book also discusses pain management in special populations and challenging situations and it covers other important topics in pain medicine, including issues relevant to primary care, pain medication, pain interventions and pain management in difficult times such as the Covid-19 pandemic.

“I’m really pleased that the book has been so well received. Reviews mention that it contains a good range of topics which are succinct and easy to understand and which have concise evidence-based practice recommendations. All the main authors of this book are involved in conducting various educational courses related to pain and anaesthesia in the UK, so I’m hopeful that it will be a very useful tool for anaesthesia trainees and that the simple and consistent style will make it an easy read.”

Chronic or persistent pain is defined as pain which carries on despite medication or treatment. Most people recover following an injury or operation, but sometimes pain can carry on for longer or come on without any history of an injury or operation. Chronic pain can also affect people living with diabetes, arthritis, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel and back pain.

UHNM consultants Dr Harry Murally, Dr Rajini Sundararajan, Dr Ashok Puttappa and Dr Vanja Srbljak also contributed to the book.