Why is dependency on pain-relievers problematic in treating pain?
- 1More Than 15 Crore Indians are known to be suffering from knee-joint related concerns.
- 2Out of the 42% global prevalence of Musculoskeletal disorders, India accounts for 20%.
- 3The frequent consumption of pain relievers leads to a high rate of dependency on drugs which is transforming into an epidemic in India as well as abroad
References:
Reference: https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/cover-story/story/20151026-pain-epidemic-820641-2015-10-15
Sharma R, editor. Epidemiology of Musculoskeletal Conditions in India. New Delhi, India: Indian Council of Medical Research; 2012.
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/abuse-of-prescription-drugs#1
Reference: https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/cover-story/story/20151026-pain-epidemic-820641-2015-10-15
Sharma R, editor. Epidemiology of Musculoskeletal Conditions in India. New Delhi, India: Indian Council of Medical Research; 2012.
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/abuse-of-prescription-drugs#1
