Gender differences in perceived pain and health-related quality of life in people with chronic non-malignant pain: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Chronic pain has a disproportionate impact on members of vulnerable population groups, and women are at substantially greater risk than men of suffering multiple chronic pain disorders. Moreover, one of the aspects most affected by the presence of chronic pain is that of health-related quality of life (HRQoL), worsening over time, as the disease persists.

Objectives: To describe the profile of patients who suffer non-malignant chronic pain, from a gender perspective, and to identify factors related to their HRQoL and mental health.

Impact of a nurse-led intervention on quality of life in patients with chronic non-malignant pain: An open randomized controlled trial.

Aims: To determine the effect of a comprehensive nurse-led programme for patients with chronic non-malignant pain, on quality of life, level of pain, anxiety, and depression, as primary outcomes and patients' satisfaction as a secondary end point.

Design: An open-label randomized controlled trial was carried out.

Methods: The experimental group received both a nurse-led intervention on healthy lifestyles, education on self-esteem, pain awareness, communication, and relaxation techniques.