Advocating for Better Chronic Pain Care

Living with chronic pain can be challenging, but you deserve care that listens and responds. If pain lasts for weeks or months, talk to your doctor about what’s going on and how it affects your daily life.

Pain can come from many sources—spine issues, joints, muscles, or even headaches—and managing it often requires a team approach. Don’t hesitate to ask for referrals or pain strategies that work for you.

Learn more about pain in Spina Bifida and ways to advocate for better care: https://www.spinabifidaassociation.org/blog/pain/