Management of Chronic Pain
Medical (GPMP + TCA)
Chronic pain patients are often very complex and may have other co morbidities and should be considered for a GP Management Plan with Team Care Arrangements (GPMP with TCA). This encourages follow up care and gives the GP an opportunity to discuss a longer term strategy of care and involve other team members where appropriate.
ACI GPMP+TCA - PDF File 957.9 KB
Patient is experiencing difficulty in understanding their chronic pain and management options.
Management
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
Chronic Disease Management and Allied Health Fact Sheet - PDF File 375.4 KB
Referral Form for Allied Health Services under Medicare - PDF File 253.8 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Individual Allied Health Services Under Medicare - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-medicare-health_pro-gp-pdf-allied-cnt.htm
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 723
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&q=723&qt=ItemID
GP Mental health treatment care - PDF File 88.5 KB
GP Mental Health Treatment Medicare Items
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa#5_1
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Note A46
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=note&q=A46&qt=noteID&criteria=2715
APS Fact Sheet - Medicare rebates for mental health services provided by psychologists - PDF File 42.8 KB
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
APNA RACGP quality health assessment info sheet - PDF File 577.6 KB
Explaining MSK pain and management to a patient - PDF File 368.5 KB
Handouts and Resources
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/
HealthDirect
http://www.healthdirect.gov.au/
A-Z index of CMI
medicines.org.au
http://www.medicines.org.au/listing.cfm?type=cmi
Medicines
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/medicines
Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/nmp-quality.htm
Multicultural resources
Pain Management Network
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/translated-resources
Understanding pain: brainman chooses
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIwn9rC3rOI
Understanding pain: brainman stops his opioids
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI1myFQPdCE
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Mythbusters
Chartered Society of Physiotheraoy
http://www.csp.org.uk/mythbusters
Explaining Chronic MSK pain - PDF File 703.8 KB
Pain Management TAG - PDF File 70.6 KB
The Nature and Science of Pain - PDF File 483.6 KB
Chronic pain in the emergency department - PDF File 548.7 KB
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Kids Help Lines and Links - PDF File 407.5 KB
Pain Helpline - PDF File 399.4 KB
Pain Book List - PDF File 264.4 KB
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
Australia's Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-pubhlth-strateg-phys-act-guidelines#families
Pain and Physical Activity - PDF File 653.7 KB
DOH Choose Health-Be Active - PDF File 1.2 MB
Choose Health: Be Active: A physical activity guide for older Australians
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/phd-physical-choose-health
Neuroplasticity - YouTube
Sentis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g
Pain Physiology
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/pain-physiology
Chronic Pain and Medication - PDF File 428.7 KB
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
Self Assessment - MS Word Document 3.0 MB
Self Assessment - PDF File 1.3 MB
SMART Goals - MS Word Document 3.8 MB
SMART Goals - PDF File 2.5 MB
Flare Up Plan - MS Word Document 1.2 MB
Flare Up Plan - PDF File 1.4 MB
a) Escalating use of pain medications
Patient is requiring higher doses of opioids with little analgesic effect and increase in function.
Management
Opioid Recommendations in General Practice
Opioid recommendations in General Practice - PDF File 1.2 MB
Opioid Treatment Agreement and Contract
Opioid Treatment Agreement and Contract - PDF File 155.2 KB
Opioid Selection
Opioid Selection - PDF File 126.1 KB
Role of opioids in chronic non cancer pain
BMJ Opioids for chronic non-cancer pain
http://www.bmj.com/content/346/bmj.f2937?tab=responses
Opioid prescribing in general practice: a proposed approach
https://medicinetoday.com.au/2012/january/feature-article/opioid-prescribing-general-practice-proposed-approach
Principles of prescribing for persistent non-cancer pain
http://www.australianprescriber.com/magazine/36/4/113/5
Preventing and managing problems with opioid prescribing for chronic non-cancer pain, July 2015
http://www.nswtag.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pain-guidance-july-2015.pdf
Chronic Pain on NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-news/2015/chronic-pain
Opioid Adverse Effects
Opioid adverse effects - PDF File 122.7 KB
Group Health Patient handout - chronic opioid risks - PDF File 17.4 KB
Reconsidering Opioid Therapy
Reconsidering Opioid Therapy - PDF File 265.2 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
Chronic Disease Management and Allied Health Fact Sheet - PDF File 375.4 KB
Referral Form for Allied Health Services under Medicare - PDF File 253.8 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Individual Allied Health Services Under Medicare - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-medicare-health_pro-gp-pdf-allied-cnt.htm
Authority for Drugs of Addiction
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pharmaceutical/doctors/Pages/default.aspx
Standard and guidelines for pharmacists - PDF File 2.2 MB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 723
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&q=723&qt=ItemID
Visual Analogue Scale - PDF File 321.9 KB
Verbal Numerical Rating Scale - PDF File 327.9 KB
Australian Alcohol Guidelines revised
Department of Health, Australian Government
https://www.health.gov.au/news/australian-alcohol-guidelines-revised
Alcohol guidelines: reducing the health risks
National Health and Medical Research Council
https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/health-advice/alcohol
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Red Flags - PDF File 686.8 KB
Yellow Flags - PDF File 697.3 KB
New Zealand Acute Low Back Pain Guide
ACC
https://www.acc.co.nz/assets/provider/lower-back-pain-guide-acc1038.pdf
Over the Counter Medication APS - PDF File 51.9 KB
Safe OTC Pain Medication - Pharmacy - PDF File 29.1 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Guidelines - PDF File 1.4 MB
STOP BANG Questionnaire - PDF File 10.3 KB
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Australasian Sleep Association
https://www.sleep.org.au/information/health-professionals-information/obstructive-sleep-apnoea
5 A's of Analgesia - PDF File 632.6 KB
Opioid induced constipation - PDF File 1.3 MB
Managing constipation when taking pain medication - PDF File 1.2 MB
GP Mental health treatment care - PDF File 88.5 KB
GP Mental Health Treatment Medicare Items
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa#5_1
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Note A46
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=note&q=A46&qt=noteID&criteria=2715
APS Fact Sheet - Medicare rebates for mental health services provided by psychologists - PDF File 42.8 KB
Pharmacy practice incentives program specific guidelines (October-2013) - PDF File 238.0 KB
Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 537.9 KB
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
HMR program specific guidelines March 2013 - PDF File 110.8 KB
Handouts and Resources
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Drink driving - Get the facts
DrinkWise Australia
http://www.drinkwise.org.au/you-alcohol/alcohol-facts/drink-driving/
drug info @ your library
State Library of New South Wales
https://druginfo.sl.nsw.gov.au/
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
What to do about it in less than five minutes? - Vimeo
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://vimeo.com/135425015
The Nature and Science of Pain - PDF File 483.6 KB
Pain Management TAG - PDF File 70.6 KB
Explaining Chronic MSK pain - PDF File 703.8 KB
Mythbusters
Chartered Society of Physiotheraoy
http://www.csp.org.uk/mythbusters
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Understanding pain: brainman stops his opioids
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI1myFQPdCE
Understanding pain: brainman chooses
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIwn9rC3rOI
Multicultural resources
Pain Management Network
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/translated-resources
Chronic pain in the emergency department - PDF File 548.7 KB
Why does it matter which pain reliever I choose?
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/nervous-system-problems/pain/for-individuals/medicines-treatments-for-pain/managing_pain_brochure
Safe OTC Pain Medication - Pharmacy - PDF File 29.1 KB
Over the Counter Medicines
Australian Pain Management Association
https://mail.painmanagement.org.au/2014-09-11-13-35-53/2014-09-11-13-36-47/165-over-the-counter-medicines.html
Over the Counter Medication APS - PDF File 51.9 KB
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 537.9 KB
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
Chronic Pain and Medication - PDF File 428.7 KB
HealthDirect
http://www.healthdirect.gov.au/
Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/nmp-quality.htm
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/
Medicines
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/medicines
A-Z index of CMI
medicines.org.au
http://www.medicines.org.au/listing.cfm?type=cmi
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
Managing your chronic pain
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pharmaceutical/patients/Pages/managing-your-chronic-pain.aspx
Pharmaceutical Services
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pharmaceutical/pages/default.aspx
Flare Up Plan - MS Word Document 1.2 MB
Flare Up Plan - PDF File 1.4 MB
Neuroplasticity - YouTube
Sentis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g
Pain Physiology
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/pain-physiology
b) Polypharmacy
Patient is very complex with possible multiple co morbidities and pain are on numerous medications.
Management
NHMRC Australian Alcohol Guidelines - PDF File 1.8 MB
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Alcohol guidelines: reducing the health risks
National Health and Medical Research Council
https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/health-advice/alcohol
Australian Alcohol Guidelines revised
Department of Health, Australian Government
https://www.health.gov.au/news/australian-alcohol-guidelines-revised
Authority for Drugs of Addiction
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pharmaceutical/doctors/Pages/default.aspx
Standard and guidelines for pharmacists - PDF File 2.2 MB
Managing constipation when taking pain medication - PDF File 1.2 MB
Opioid induced constipation - PDF File 1.3 MB
Chronic Pain on NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/publications/health-professional/nps-news/2015/chronic-pain
Preventing and managing problems with opioid prescribing for chronic non-cancer pain, July 2015
http://www.nswtag.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pain-guidance-july-2015.pdf
Principles of prescribing for persistent non-cancer pain
http://www.australianprescriber.com/magazine/36/4/113/5
Opioid prescribing in general practice: a proposed approach
https://medicinetoday.com.au/2012/january/feature-article/opioid-prescribing-general-practice-proposed-approach
BMJ Opioids for chronic non-cancer pain
http://www.bmj.com/content/346/bmj.f2937?tab=responses
Pharmacy practice incentives program specific guidelines (October-2013) - PDF File 238.0 KB
Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 537.9 KB
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
HMR program specific guidelines March 2013 - PDF File 110.8 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Opioid recommendations in General Practice - PDF File 1.2 MB
Handouts and Resources
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Drink driving - Get the facts
DrinkWise Australia
http://www.drinkwise.org.au/you-alcohol/alcohol-facts/drink-driving/
drug info @ your library
State Library of New South Wales
https://druginfo.sl.nsw.gov.au/
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
What to do about it in less than five minutes? - Vimeo
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://vimeo.com/135425015
The Nature and Science of Pain - PDF File 483.6 KB
Pain Management TAG - PDF File 70.6 KB
Explaining Chronic MSK pain - PDF File 703.8 KB
Mythbusters
Chartered Society of Physiotheraoy
http://www.csp.org.uk/mythbusters
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Understanding pain: brainman stops his opioids
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI1myFQPdCE
Understanding pain: brainman chooses
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIwn9rC3rOI
Multicultural resources
Pain Management Network
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/translated-resources
Chronic pain in the emergency department - PDF File 548.7 KB
Why does it matter which pain reliever I choose?
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/nervous-system-problems/pain/for-individuals/medicines-treatments-for-pain/managing_pain_brochure
Safe OTC Pain Medication - Pharmacy - PDF File 29.1 KB
Over the Counter Medicines
Australian Pain Management Association
https://mail.painmanagement.org.au/2014-09-11-13-35-53/2014-09-11-13-36-47/165-over-the-counter-medicines.html
Over the Counter Medication APS - PDF File 51.9 KB
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 537.9 KB
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
Chronic Pain and Medication - PDF File 428.7 KB
A-Z index of CMI
medicines.org.au
http://www.medicines.org.au/listing.cfm?type=cmi
Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/nmp-quality.htm
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/
Medicines
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/medicines
HealthDirect
http://www.healthdirect.gov.au/
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Managing your chronic pain
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pharmaceutical/patients/Pages/managing-your-chronic-pain.aspx
Pharmaceutical Services
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pharmaceutical/pages/default.aspx
Flare Up Plan - MS Word Document 1.2 MB
Flare Up Plan - PDF File 1.4 MB
Neuroplasticity - YouTube
Sentis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g
Pain Physiology
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/pain-physiology
Neuropathic pain is considered.
Management
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Treating neuropathic pain with anticonvulsants - which ones work?
NPS Medicinewise
https://www.nps.org.au/cpd/activities/neuropathic-pain-touchpoints-for-effective-diagnosis-and-management
Neuropathic pain - A management update
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
http://www.racgp.org.au/download/Documents/AFP/2013/March/201303votrubec.pdf
Neuropathic Pain - A stepwise approach - PDF File 404.4 KB
Handouts and Resources
Chronic Pain and Medication - PDF File 428.7 KB
Understanding pain: brainman chooses
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIwn9rC3rOI
Chronic pain in the emergency department - PDF File 548.7 KB
Multicultural resources
Pain Management Network
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/translated-resources
Understanding pain: brainman stops his opioids
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI1myFQPdCE
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Mythbusters
Chartered Society of Physiotheraoy
http://www.csp.org.uk/mythbusters
Explaining Chronic MSK pain - PDF File 703.8 KB
Pain Management TAG - PDF File 70.6 KB
What to do about it in less than five minutes? - Vimeo
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://vimeo.com/135425015
The Nature and Science of Pain - PDF File 483.6 KB
HealthDirect
http://www.healthdirect.gov.au/
A-Z index of CMI
medicines.org.au
http://www.medicines.org.au/listing.cfm?type=cmi
Medicines
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/medicines
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/
Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/nmp-quality.htm
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
Antidepressants: not just for depression
Australian Prescriber
http://www.australianprescriber.com/magazine/28/4/91/3/
Managing neuropathic pain - PDF File 375.7 KB
Neuropathic Pain
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/neuropathic-pain
Neuropathic Pain - PDF File 406.7 KB
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
Psychological (GPMP + TCA)
Depression, Anxiety or Stress related issues related to Chronic Pain.
Management
NHMRC Australian Alcohol Guidelines - PDF File 1.8 MB
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Alcohol guidelines: reducing the health risks
National Health and Medical Research Council
https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/health-advice/alcohol
Australian Alcohol Guidelines revised
Department of Health, Australian Government
https://www.health.gov.au/news/australian-alcohol-guidelines-revised
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
NSW Quit referral - PDF File 636.3 KB
Guideline for Nicotine Dependence - PDF File 51.7 KB
Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Acute Stress Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Complex PTSD
Phoenix Australia
https://www.phoenixaustralia.org/australian-guidelines-for-ptsd/
ACPMH Guidelines Summary - PDF File 2.9 MB
ACPMH Full ASD PTSD Guidelines - PDF File 1.7 MB
Chronic Disease Management - Individual Allied Health Services Under Medicare - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-medicare-health_pro-gp-pdf-allied-cnt.htm
Referral Form for Allied Health Services under Medicare - PDF File 253.8 KB
Chronic Disease Management and Allied Health Fact Sheet - PDF File 375.4 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
APS Fact Sheet - Medicare rebates for mental health services provided by psychologists - PDF File 42.8 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Note A46
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=note&q=A46&qt=noteID&criteria=2715
GP Mental Health Treatment Medicare Items
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa#5_1
GP Mental health treatment care - PDF File 88.5 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 723
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&q=723&qt=ItemID
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
Handouts and Resources
What is anxiety?
BeyondBlue
http://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety
Overcoming Health Anxiety
Western Australian Department of Health
https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Health-Anxiety
Black Dog Institute - Health Professional Resources
Black Dog Institute
https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/about-us/publications-and-resources/fact-sheets
The Nature and Science of Pain - PDF File 483.6 KB
What to do about it in less than five minutes? - Vimeo
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://vimeo.com/135425015
Pain Management TAG - PDF File 70.6 KB
Explaining Chronic MSK pain - PDF File 703.8 KB
Mythbusters
Chartered Society of Physiotheraoy
http://www.csp.org.uk/mythbusters
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Understanding pain: brainman stops his opioids
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI1myFQPdCE
Understanding pain: brainman chooses
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIwn9rC3rOI
Multicultural resources
Pain Management Network
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/translated-resources
Chronic pain in the emergency department - PDF File 548.7 KB
Consumer Information
Australasian Sleep Association
https://www.sleep.org.au/information/consumer-information
Pain and Sleep - PDF File 638.5 KB
Thinking
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/your-thinking
Progressive Muscle Relaxation - PDF File 251.8 KB
Psychological Therapies
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/mental-health-conditions/mood-disorders/depression/for-individuals/treatment/psychological-therapies
Relaxation - PDF File 516.9 KB
Relaxation Techniques for Health: An Introduction
nih.gov
https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/relaxation-techniques-for-health
Relaxation Techniques: Learn About Relaxation Strategies
innerhealthstudio.com
http://www.innerhealthstudio.com/relaxation-techniques.html
Relax
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/your-thinking/relax
Slow Focused Breathing - PDF File 235.8 KB
Why does it matter which pain reliever I choose?
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/nervous-system-problems/pain/for-individuals/medicines-treatments-for-pain/managing_pain_brochure
Over the Counter Medicines
Australian Pain Management Association
https://mail.painmanagement.org.au/2014-09-11-13-35-53/2014-09-11-13-36-47/165-over-the-counter-medicines.html
Safe OTC Pain Medication - Pharmacy - PDF File 29.1 KB
Over the Counter Medication APS - PDF File 51.9 KB
Antidepressants: not just for depression
Australian Prescriber
http://www.australianprescriber.com/magazine/28/4/91/3/
Antidepressant Medicines
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/mental-health/antidepressant-medicines
Coping with Depression
Western Australia Department of Health
https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Depression
Depression
Beyondblue
http://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/depression
Black Dog Institute - Health Professional Resources
Black Dog Institute
https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/about-us/publications-and-resources/fact-sheets
beyondblue - depresion and anxeity
beyondblue
http://www.beyondblue.org.au
Chronic Pain and Medication - PDF File 428.7 KB
Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/nmp-quality.htm
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/
Medicines
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/medicines
A-Z index of CMI
medicines.org.au
http://www.medicines.org.au/listing.cfm?type=cmi
HealthDirect
http://www.healthdirect.gov.au/
Imagery - PDF File 225.9 KB
Lifestyle and depression
NPS MedicineWise
https://www.nps.org.au/medical-info/clinical-topics/depression-re-examining-the-options-v2
Mindfulness - PDF File 227.9 KB
Neuroplasticity - YouTube
Sentis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g
Pain Physiology
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/pain-physiology
Mental Health Association NSW
mentalhealth.asn.au
http://www.mentalhealth.asn.au/
Self Help
thiswayup.org.au
https://thiswayup.org.au/self-help/
CBT self-help programmes
getselfhelp.co.uk
http://www.getselfhelp.co.uk/links2.htm
eCentreClinic
eCentreClinic
http://ecentreclinic.org
Pain Course
eCentreClinic
http://ecentreclinic.org/?q=PainCourse
Physical/Lifestyle (GPMP + TCA)
Patient has a decrease in physical activity and function related to chronic pain.
Management
NHMRC Australian Alcohol Guidelines - PDF File 1.8 MB
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Alcohol guidelines: reducing the health risks
National Health and Medical Research Council
https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/health-advice/alcohol
Australian Alcohol Guidelines revised
Department of Health, Australian Government
https://www.health.gov.au/news/australian-alcohol-guidelines-revised
NSW Quit referral - PDF File 636.3 KB
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
Guideline for Nicotine Dependence - PDF File 51.7 KB
Upgrade Plan - MS Word Document 2.6 MB
Upgrade Plan - PDF File 2.7 MB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 723
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&q=723&qt=ItemID
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
SNAP: a population health guide to behavioural risk factors in general practice
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
http://www.racgp.org.au/your-practice/guidelines/snap/
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
APS Fact Sheet - Medicare rebates for mental health services provided by psychologists - PDF File 42.8 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Note A46
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=note&q=A46&qt=noteID&criteria=2715
GP Mental Health Treatment Medicare Items
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa#5_1
GP Mental health treatment care - PDF File 88.5 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Flare Up Plan - PDF File 1.4 MB
Flare Up Plan - MS Word Document 1.2 MB
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Handouts and Resources
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Drink driving - Get the facts
DrinkWise Australia
http://www.drinkwise.org.au/you-alcohol/alcohol-facts/drink-driving/
drug info @ your library
State Library of New South Wales
https://druginfo.sl.nsw.gov.au/
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
What to do about it in less than five minutes? - Vimeo
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://vimeo.com/135425015
The Nature and Science of Pain - PDF File 483.6 KB
Pain Management TAG - PDF File 70.6 KB
Explaining Chronic MSK pain - PDF File 703.8 KB
Mythbusters
Chartered Society of Physiotheraoy
http://www.csp.org.uk/mythbusters
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Understanding pain: brainman stops his opioids
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI1myFQPdCE
Understanding pain: brainman chooses
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIwn9rC3rOI
Multicultural resources
Pain Management Network
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/translated-resources
Chronic pain in the emergency department - PDF File 548.7 KB
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
Self Assessment - MS Word Document 3.0 MB
Self Assessment - PDF File 1.3 MB
SMART Goals - MS Word Document 3.8 MB
SMART Goals - PDF File 2.5 MB
Australia's Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-pubhlth-strateg-phys-act-guidelines#families
Choose Health: Be Active: A physical activity guide for older Australians
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/phd-physical-choose-health
DOH Choose Health-Be Active - PDF File 1.2 MB
Pain and Physical Activity - PDF File 653.7 KB
Upgrade Plan - MS Word Document 2.6 MB
Upgrade Plan - PDF File 2.7 MB
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
Active and Healthy NSW
https://www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au/
https://www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au/
Lifestyle choices for better health
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/lifestyle-choices-for-better-health
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Flare Up Plan - MS Word Document 1.2 MB
Flare Up Plan - PDF File 1.4 MB
Neuroplasticity - YouTube
Sentis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g
Pain Physiology
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/pain-physiology
Get Healthy NSW
gethealthynsw.com.au
http://www.gethealthynsw.com.au/
Over the Counter Medication APS - PDF File 51.9 KB
Safe OTC Pain Medication - Pharmacy - PDF File 29.1 KB
Over the Counter Medicines
Australian Pain Management Association
https://mail.painmanagement.org.au/2014-09-11-13-35-53/2014-09-11-13-36-47/165-over-the-counter-medicines.html
Why does it matter which pain reliever I choose?
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/nervous-system-problems/pain/for-individuals/medicines-treatments-for-pain/managing_pain_brochure
Pain and Pacing - PDF File 718.5 KB
Pacing
Northern Pain Centre
https://www.northernpaincentre.com.au/wellness/chronic-pain-movement/chronic-pain-and-exercise-resources/
Patient has poor quality of sleep due to chronic pain.
Management
NHMRC Australian Alcohol Guidelines - PDF File 1.8 MB
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Alcohol guidelines: reducing the health risks
National Health and Medical Research Council
https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/health-advice/alcohol
Australian Alcohol Guidelines revised
Department of Health, Australian Government
https://www.health.gov.au/news/australian-alcohol-guidelines-revised
GP Mental Health Treatment Medicare Items
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa#5_1
APS Fact Sheet - Medicare rebates for mental health services provided by psychologists - PDF File 42.8 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Note A46
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=note&q=A46&qt=noteID&criteria=2715
GP Mental health treatment care - PDF File 88.5 KB
SNAP: a population health guide to behavioural risk factors in general practice
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
http://www.racgp.org.au/your-practice/guidelines/snap/
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Australasian Sleep Association
https://www.sleep.org.au/information/health-professionals-information/obstructive-sleep-apnoea
STOP BANG Questionnaire - PDF File 10.3 KB
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Guidelines - PDF File 1.4 MB
My Pain Diary
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/pain-diary
Chronic Disease Management - Individual Allied Health Services Under Medicare - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-medicare-health_pro-gp-pdf-allied-cnt.htm
Referral Form for Allied Health Services under Medicare - PDF File 253.8 KB
Chronic Disease Management and Allied Health Fact Sheet - PDF File 375.4 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
NSW Quit referral - PDF File 636.3 KB
Guideline for Nicotine Dependence - PDF File 51.7 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 723
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&q=723&qt=ItemID
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
Handouts and Resources
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Drink driving - Get the facts
DrinkWise Australia
http://www.drinkwise.org.au/you-alcohol/alcohol-facts/drink-driving/
drug info @ your library
State Library of New South Wales
https://druginfo.sl.nsw.gov.au/
Antidepressants: not just for depression
Australian Prescriber
http://www.australianprescriber.com/magazine/28/4/91/3/
Antidepressant Medicines
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/mental-health/antidepressant-medicines
Relax
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/your-thinking/relax
Relaxation - PDF File 516.9 KB
Relaxation Techniques for Health: An Introduction
nih.gov
https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/relaxation-techniques-for-health
Relaxation Techniques: Learn About Relaxation Strategies
innerhealthstudio.com
http://www.innerhealthstudio.com/relaxation-techniques.html
Why does it matter which pain reliever I choose?
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/nervous-system-problems/pain/for-individuals/medicines-treatments-for-pain/managing_pain_brochure
Safe OTC Pain Medication - Pharmacy - PDF File 29.1 KB
Over the Counter Medicines
Australian Pain Management Association
https://mail.painmanagement.org.au/2014-09-11-13-35-53/2014-09-11-13-36-47/165-over-the-counter-medicines.html
Over the Counter Medication APS - PDF File 51.9 KB
Pain and Sleep - PDF File 638.5 KB
Consumer Information
Australasian Sleep Association
https://www.sleep.org.au/information/consumer-information
Thinking
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/your-thinking
Progressive Muscle Relaxation - PDF File 251.8 KB
Psychological Therapies
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/mental-health-conditions/mood-disorders/depression/for-individuals/treatment/psychological-therapies
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
Slow Focused Breathing - PDF File 235.8 KB
The Nature and Science of Pain - PDF File 483.6 KB
What to do about it in less than five minutes? - Vimeo
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://vimeo.com/135425015
Pain Management TAG - PDF File 70.6 KB
Explaining Chronic MSK pain - PDF File 703.8 KB
Mythbusters
Chartered Society of Physiotheraoy
http://www.csp.org.uk/mythbusters
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Understanding pain: brainman stops his opioids
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI1myFQPdCE
Understanding pain: brainman chooses
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIwn9rC3rOI
Multicultural resources
Pain Management Network
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/translated-resources
Chronic pain in the emergency department - PDF File 548.7 KB
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Depression
Beyondblue
http://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/depression
Coping with Depression
Western Australia Department of Health
https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Depression
What is anxiety?
BeyondBlue
http://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety
Overcoming Health Anxiety
Western Australian Department of Health
https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Health-Anxiety
Black Dog Institute - Health Professional Resources
Black Dog Institute
https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/about-us/publications-and-resources/fact-sheets
Black Dog Institute - Health Professional Resources
Black Dog Institute
https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/about-us/publications-and-resources/fact-sheets
beyondblue - depresion and anxeity
beyondblue
http://www.beyondblue.org.au
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Quality Use of Medicines (QUM)
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/nmp-quality.htm
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/
Medicines
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/medicines
A-Z index of CMI
medicines.org.au
http://www.medicines.org.au/listing.cfm?type=cmi
HealthDirect
http://www.healthdirect.gov.au/
Pain Course
eCentreClinic
http://ecentreclinic.org/?q=PainCourse
Self Help
thiswayup.org.au
https://thiswayup.org.au/self-help/
CBT self-help programmes
getselfhelp.co.uk
http://www.getselfhelp.co.uk/links2.htm
eCentreClinic
eCentreClinic
http://ecentreclinic.org
Imagery - PDF File 225.9 KB
Lifestyle and depression
NPS MedicineWise
https://www.nps.org.au/medical-info/clinical-topics/depression-re-examining-the-options-v2
Mindfulness - PDF File 227.9 KB
Neuroplasticity - YouTube
Sentis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g
Pain Physiology
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/pain-physiology
Mental Health Association NSW
mentalhealth.asn.au
http://www.mentalhealth.asn.au/
Patient has dietary and lifestyle problems related to chronic pain.
Management
NHMRC Australian Alcohol Guidelines - PDF File 1.8 MB
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Alcohol guidelines: reducing the health risks
National Health and Medical Research Council
https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/health-advice/alcohol
Australian Alcohol Guidelines revised
Department of Health, Australian Government
https://www.health.gov.au/news/australian-alcohol-guidelines-revised
NSW Quit referral - PDF File 636.3 KB
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
Guideline for Nicotine Dependence - PDF File 51.7 KB
SNAP: a population health guide to behavioural risk factors in general practice
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
http://www.racgp.org.au/your-practice/guidelines/snap/
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
Chronic Disease Management - Individual Allied Health Services Under Medicare - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-medicare-health_pro-gp-pdf-allied-cnt.htm
Referral Form for Allied Health Services under Medicare - PDF File 253.8 KB
Chronic Disease Management and Allied Health Fact Sheet - PDF File 375.4 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
APS Fact Sheet - Medicare rebates for mental health services provided by psychologists - PDF File 42.8 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Note A46
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=note&q=A46&qt=noteID&criteria=2715
GP Mental Health Treatment Medicare Items
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa#5_1
GP Mental health treatment care - PDF File 88.5 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Chronic Disease Management - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-factsheet-chronicdisease.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 723
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&q=723&qt=ItemID
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
Handouts and Resources
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Drink driving - Get the facts
DrinkWise Australia
http://www.drinkwise.org.au/you-alcohol/alcohol-facts/drink-driving/
drug info @ your library
State Library of New South Wales
https://druginfo.sl.nsw.gov.au/
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
Find an Accredited Practising Dietitian
Dietitians Association of Australia
https://member.dietitiansaustralia.org.au/faapd
Back to Basics
Cooking Matters Australia
https://cookingmattersaustralia.com.au/category/recipes
Waist Size Matters
Harvard School of Public Health
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/obesity-prevention-source/obesity-definition/abdominal-obesity/
Australia’s Healthy Weight Week
Dietitians Association of Australia
http://www.healthyweightweek.com.au/
Diet and Nutrition Health Advice
Dietitians Association of Australia
https://dietitiansaustralia.org.au/diet-and-nutrition-health-advice
Nutrition
My Joint Pain
https://www.myjointpain.org.au/treatments#/treatment-nutrition
Healthy eating and arthritis
My Joint Pain
https://www.myjointpain.org.au/factsheets/healthy-eating-and-arthritis/
Weekly food diary - PDF File 76.0 KB
Eat For Health
eatforhealth.gov.au
http://www.eatforhealth.gov.au
Weekly food diary
Australian Healthy Food Guide
https://www.healthyfood.com/resource/
Pain and Nutrition - myVMC
Virtual Medical Centre
http://www.myvmc.com/lifestyles/nutrition/pain-and-nutrition/
Pain and Physical Activity - PDF File 653.7 KB
DOH Choose Health-Be Active - PDF File 1.2 MB
Australia's Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-pubhlth-strateg-phys-act-guidelines#families
Choose Health: Be Active: A physical activity guide for older Australians
health.gov.au
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/phd-physical-choose-health
The Nature and Science of Pain - PDF File 483.6 KB
What to do about it in less than five minutes? - Vimeo
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://vimeo.com/135425015
Pain Management TAG - PDF File 70.6 KB
Explaining Chronic MSK pain - PDF File 703.8 KB
Mythbusters
Chartered Society of Physiotheraoy
http://www.csp.org.uk/mythbusters
Useful apps - PDF File 241.4 KB
Understanding pain: brainman stops his opioids
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI1myFQPdCE
Understanding pain: brainman chooses
Hunter New England Local Health District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIwn9rC3rOI
Multicultural resources
Pain Management Network
https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/translated-resources
Chronic pain in the emergency department - PDF File 548.7 KB
Chronic Pain and Medication - PDF File 428.7 KB
Neuroplasticity - YouTube
Sentis
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g
Pain Physiology
Chronic Pain Australia
http://www.chronicpainaustralia.org.au/index.php/chronic-pain/pain-physiology
Chronic Pain Management Strategies - PDF File 1.4 MB
Pain and CAM Therapy - PDF File 259.2 KB
Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches: What You Need To Know
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
https://nccih.nih.gov/health/pain
A-Z of complementary medicine
mydr.com.au
http://www.mydr.com.au/topics/a-z-of-complementary-medicine
Lifestyle choices for better health
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/health-professionals/resources-and-tools/for-your-patients/resources/lifestyle-choices-for-better-health
Active and Healthy NSW
https://www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au/
https://www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au/
Get Healthy NSW
gethealthynsw.com.au
http://www.gethealthynsw.com.au/
Over the Counter Medication APS - PDF File 51.9 KB
Safe OTC Pain Medication - Pharmacy - PDF File 29.1 KB
Over the Counter Medicines
Australian Pain Management Association
https://mail.painmanagement.org.au/2014-09-11-13-35-53/2014-09-11-13-36-47/165-over-the-counter-medicines.html
Why does it matter which pain reliever I choose?
NPS MedicineWise
http://www.nps.org.au/conditions-and-topics/conditions/nervous-system-problems/pain/for-individuals/medicines-treatments-for-pain/managing_pain_brochure
Referral (GPMP + TCA)
Chronic pain patients failing to respond to GP management plan.
Management
NHMRC Australian Alcohol Guidelines - PDF File 1.8 MB
Standard Drinks Guide - PDF File 327.0 KB
Alcohol guidelines: reducing the health risks
National Health and Medical Research Council
https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/health-advice/alcohol
Australian Alcohol Guidelines revised
Department of Health, Australian Government
https://www.health.gov.au/news/australian-alcohol-guidelines-revised
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Note A46
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=note&q=A46&qt=noteID&criteria=2715
APS Fact Sheet - Medicare rebates for mental health services provided by psychologists - PDF File 42.8 KB
GP Mental Health Treatment Medicare Items
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/pacd-gp-mental-health-care-pdf-qa#5_1
GP Mental health treatment care - PDF File 88.5 KB
Medicare Benefits Schedule - Item 721
MBS Online
http://www9.health.gov.au/mbs/fullDisplay.cfm?type=item&qt=ItemID&q=721
Chronic Disease Management - Individual Allied Health Services Under Medicare - Provider Information
The Department of Health
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/health-medicare-health_pro-gp-pdf-allied-cnt.htm
MBS Item Numbers - PDF File 461.6 KB
Referral Form for Allied Health Services under Medicare - PDF File 253.8 KB
Chronic Disease Management and Allied Health Fact Sheet - PDF File 375.4 KB
MBS Chronic Disease Management Fact Sheet - PDF File 474.1 KB
Quitting Smoking
NSW Health
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/tobacco/Pages/smoking-health-and-quitting.aspx
QuitNow Website
quitnow.gov.au
http://www.quitnow.gov.au/
NSW Quit referral - PDF File 636.3 KB
Guideline for Nicotine Dependence - PDF File 51.7 KB
NSW Pain Referral Form - interactive - PDF File 455.4 KB
Handouts and Resources
Chronic pain services in NSW - PDF File 224.8 KB
NSW LHD Medicare Local Map - PDF File 2.4 MB
