Physiotherapy: Leading Action Towards Better Pain Management and Rehabilitation

In response to the Canadian Pain Task Force's final report’s recommendations underpinning an Action Plan for Pain in Canada, the Canadian Physiotherapy Association wrote a “Position Paper from the Physiotherapy Profession: A Key Player in Realizing the Action Plan for Pain in Canada.” This Position Paper was produced by a group of physiotherapy clinicians, persons with lived experience who are also physiotherapists, academics, and staff from the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, to influence policy that would support better pain care in Canada.

Learning Objectives:

1. Present why it is important for a healthcare professional association to find a role in the Canadian Pain Task Force recommendations. Key aspects of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s Position Paper will be highlighted [link “Position Paper” to CPA_NPM2023_Report_EN_v4-1.pdf (physiotherapy.ca) ]
2. Discuss the importance of physiotherapy professionals participating with other healthcare professionals in the implementation of the Canadian Pain Task Force’s final report’s recommendations, to optimize the use of non-pharmacological pain management and rehabilitation.
3. Recognize the role of persons with lived experience, who are also physiotherapists, in informing how physiotherapists can co-lead, inform, and support the implementation of effective pain management in Canada.

A discussion between scientists, health professionals, educators, and pain advocates on a myriad of topics related to chronic pain. Offering a platform for innovative minds to bring forward inspiring ideas and discover solutions to help you in your practice. #canadianpainrounds National Pain Rounds takes place on the last Friday of every month.  National Pain Rounds and other virtual events are a discussion between scientists, health professionals, educators, and pain advocates.   This program receives funding from the Government of Canada. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of Health Canada.  All opinions expressed by the presenters are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions of the Canadian Pain Society. The views, opinions, and commentary of the presenters are for information purposes only, and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of a licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your healthcare regimen.