The Narrative of Pain

Words on Pain by Affa Sair member Nina Taylor
Illustration by Emma Malone

Opioid Banning and Pain Acceptance

Enough is enough. The fashion for decrying opiate use is damaging chronic pain sufferers’ wellbeing.

Invisible Pain Revealed

Words on invisible pain by Chris Bridgeford
Chairman of Affa Sair

Scottish Pain Guidelines

In Scotland, the guidelines for treating chronic pain are different. The NICE guidelines are always mentioned by the British media and newspapers do not apply. Here is a patient-friendly handout produced by the Scottish Government.

Chronic Pain Patient Guide

Produced by Healthcare Improvement Scotland.
Remember Scotland does not follow NICE Guidelines on Chronic Pain

Pain Questionnaire

It can be daunting trying to remember what to say to your GP or Health Professional, so be prepared and fill out and print this handy document to show where your pain is and what it feels like.