UPMC Enterprises and Redesign Health Launch Chronic Pain Management Program
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Glimmer Health, a new initiative launched by UPMC Enterprises in collaboration with Redesign Health, focuses on enhancing chronic pain management for primary care physicians. With nearly 70 million adults in the U.S. suffering from chronic pain, the program offers evidence-based assessments and treatment plans sourced from UPMC's pain management clinics. By employing a multimodal approach that incorporates various therapies and mental health support, Glimmer Health aims to provide tailored solutions for conditions like low back pain and arthritis. Dr. Ajay Wasan highlights the effectiveness of telemedicine in delivering comprehensive pain care, which Glimmer Health seeks to implement in primary care practices nationwide, supported by a team of trained professionals.
