The Bays Health & Wellbeing Program - Managing Chronic Pain
Date and time
Location
New Peninsula Community Centre
370 Craigie Road Mount Martha, VIC 3934 AustraliaDescription
Managing Chronic Pain
One in five Australians, including children and adolescents, will experience chronic pain in their lifetime. Up to 80 per cent of people living with chronic pain are missing out on treatment that could improve their health and quality of life.
Chronic pain is defined as a pain that lasts beyond the time expected for healing following surgery, trauma or other conditions. It can also exist without a clear reason at all. Although chronic pain can be a symptom of other disease, it can also be a disease in its own right, characterised by changes within the central nervous system.
Hear from Mr David Edis, Spinal & Orthopaedic Surgeon on the vast gains to be made in the management of chronic pain through education, early intervention and access to pain management services. Mr Eric Torey, General Surgeon, will provide advice and tips on how mindfulness can assist in the co-management of pain.
FAQs
What is The Bays health & wellbeing program?
The Bays Healthcare Group and a team of local experts have come together to encourage local residents to retain, or regain their health and wellbeing.
The Bays Health and Wellbeing program aims to improve people's health by addressing the underlying causes of health problems. Dedicated to improving healthcare in our local community, all sessions are offered free of charge.
Is the event free and open to the general public?
Yes, the program provides our local community with free health promotion and education.
Do I need to print/bring a ticket to attend?
No need to print/bring a ticket to attend, however we do ask that you register to attend the event. Please note sessions do fill quickly and we suggest you book early.
Parking?
Free parking is available onsite.
Catering?
Tea & coffee will be served at the event.
Who do I contact for further event information?
Sophie White, Community Engagement Coordinator
The Bays Healthcare Group Inc
Phone 03 5970 5329
Email: events@thebays.com.au
