by Micke Brown, BSN, RN | Jan 2, 2018 | Research, Treatment Options |
The legalization of medical marijuana (cannabis) has expanded throughout the U.S. Some states now allow for recreational use while Canada is approaching complete legalization for any reason. As of November 2017, 29 states and Washington DC have passed laws permitting...
by Micke Brown, BSN, RN | Jan 19, 2017 | Pain Policy, Safe & Sound Series |
Are you familiar with your state Prescription (Drug) Monitoring Program (aka PMP or PDMP)? Is your pain care provider registered and does he/she use it? Have you ever asked? I think it is important for you to be aware of these programs, their purpose and their value...
by Micke Brown, BSN, RN | Dec 26, 2016 | Devices, Treatment Options |
August 2015, Teresa Shaffer and I shared our personal experience with a new device called “Quell”. TPC members and online viewers continue to search our website about this topic wanting to know: What is it? How does it work? How flexible could it be for those who...
by Micke Brown, BSN, RN | Oct 20, 2015 | Medications, Safe & Sound Series |
Read Part One Above & Beyond Taking As Directed Part 1 of Opioid Safety discussed what you should know about taking opioids and how to reduce your risks, including recognizing and responding to overdose. Part 2 is dedicated to safety issues that help you keep your...
by Micke Brown, BSN, RN | Oct 13, 2015 | Medications, Safe & Sound Series |
Above & Beyond Taking As Directed This is a topic which I believe is one that must be talked about on a regular basis. For those of you who take opioid pain medication to keep your pain at bay in order for you to move more and suffer less, it is essential that...
