A pain center is a specialized facility devoted to the evaluation, treatment, and/or
rehabilitation of pain patients.
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Services offered:
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Indepth study and treatment of one particular aspect of pain.
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Specialized treatment, e.g., nerve block, bio feedback.
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Comprehensive evaluation of the physical, emotional and sociological aspects of chronic
pain problems with facilities for pain management. Such an evaluation would usually
include medical, psychological, functional and vocational assessments.
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Availability — Approximately 1000-1500 in the United States but not in all areas.
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Certification for pain management facilities — Done by an organization which sets
national standards.