The Extent And Impact Of Pharmaceutical Opioids For Chronic Non-cancer Pain
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$318,768.00
Summary
There have been dramatic increases in the use of pharmaceutical opioids (PO) for chronic non-cancer pain (CNCP), despite limited data on their long-term effectiveness and an increase in associated harm. This Fellowship provides critical new data to inform both clinicians and policymakers on the global extent of PO for CNCP, trajectories of problematic use and associated morbidity and a unique evaluation of the impact of real-time prescription monitoring program to reduce these harms.
SUcceSS: SUrgery For Spinal Stenosis - A Randomised Placebo-controlled Trial
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,303,245.00
Summary
This will be the first placebo-controlled randomised trial of surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis and aims to determine the efficacy and safety of this intervention in decreasing pain and improving disability in this population. The cost-effectiveness of surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis will also be determined.
The Impact Of Musculoskeletal Disorders On An Australian Population
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$321,275.00
Summary
A significant proportion of the Australian population experiences pain and disability as a result of musculoskeletal disorders. This research examines a wide range factors related to these conditions and focuses on the knowledge of musculoskeletal disorders and the impact of musculoskeletal conditions on the population. The answers obtained from this research have the potential to positively and significantly impact on the lives of those with musculoskeletal conditions.