My Journey
I have lumbar spinal stenosis. There was a chronic pain initiative by local pain management specialist at the time of my diagnosis. I took advantage of every workshop, course, exercise class, spinal epidural and support group available. I was able to lower my pain levels. I can no longer hike, but I can now walk at least an hour on a level surface without repercussions. I can do pilates with adaptations. I practised what I have been taught about chronic pain self-management, especially most importantly pacing myself. I support others with chronic pain and they support me.
Thank you for your interest in this consultation with the Canadian Pain Task Force towards an improved approach to better understand, prevent, and manage pain in Canada.
The online consultation is now closed, and written submissions are no longer being accepted.
Feedback provided from the consultation will inform a report identifying best and leading practices, potential areas for improvement, and elements of an improved approach to pain management in fall 2020.
For more information on the Task Force, please visit the following link: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/corporate/about-health-canada/public-engagement/external-advisory-bodies/canadian-pain-task-force.html
Keep in touch with us via email at CPTF cptfsecretariatsecretariatgtcsld@canada.ca
Sincerely,
Canadian Pain Task Force
