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ArticleFrontiers in pain research (Lausanne, Switzerland)2025

Chronic pain in individuals who have visual impairments: a protocol for an international survey study.

Jordi Miró, Ariadna Sampietro, Ester Solé, Pere Llorens-Vernet, Carlos Mora

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Article in Frontiers in pain research (Lausanne, Switzerland), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. An erratum has been issued. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 authors.

Jordi MiróUniversitat Rovira I Virgili, Unit for the Study and Treatment of Pain - ALGOS, Catalonia, Spain.
Ariadna SampietroUniversitat Rovira I Virgili, Unit for the Study and Treatment of Pain - ALGOS, Catalonia, Spain.
Ester SoléUniversitat Rovira I Virgili, Unit for the Study and Treatment of Pain - ALGOS, Catalonia, Spain.
Pere Llorens-VernetUniversitat Rovira I Virgili, Unit for the Study and Treatment of Pain - ALGOS, Catalonia, Spain.
Carlos MoraUniversitat Rovira I Virgili, Unit for the Study and Treatment of Pain - ALGOS, Catalonia, Spain.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Individuals who have visual impairments (IVI) face unique challenges in coping with and adjusting to chronic pain. However, this population remains underrepresented in chronic pain research and often encounters barriers in accessing effective, tailored healthcare. The primary objective of this study is to generate baseline data on the prevalence, types, and impact of chronic pain in this population. The secondary objectives are to identify specific challenges in pain management and provide evidence to identify specific challenges in pain management and to provide evidence that can inform the development of targeted interventions aimed at promoting equitable healthcare and improving quality of life. An international cross-sectional observational study will be conducted using an online survey administered via LimeSurvey. The survey, developed specifically for this project, will be accessible in multiple languages to enhance participation and representativeness. It is designed to capture the unique aspects of chronic pain, ocular and non-ocular forms, in IVI, including barriers to care and management challenges. This protocol aims to establish a comprehensive understanding of chronic pain in IVI. The findings will help bridge current research gaps, guide tailored interventions, and inform policy initiatives, ultimately reducing healthcare disparities and enhancing quality of life for this underserved group.

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blindnesschronic painhealth disparitiesonline surveypain managementvisual impairment

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PMID40859986
PMCPMC12370720

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