» Research studies by the National Institute of Health (NIH) have determined that over 50 million Americans (about 1 in 6) suffer from chronic, intractable pain.
» Although approximately 20-60 million people suffer from pain, only 9 million seek treatment.
» As the population ages, more people will need pain treatment, yet many physicians don’t practice the interdisciplinary approach and don’t know where to refer patients.
The National Pain Institute practices an interdisciplinary approach to pain management. The Institute’s comprehensive pain management treatment team includes: physicians, physical therapists, biofeedback technicians, psychologists, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and case managers.
- The interdisciplinary treatment approach is recognized as the most effective method for pain management according to the
- All programs are individually based on comprehensive medical evaluation and assessment in three key areas:
-Assessment of neuro-muscular system
-Assessment of emotional and mental response to pain
-Assessment of physical activity and function
- Physicians at the National Pain Institute are board-certified or board eligible in pain management.
- The National Pain Institute offers services in six
- Tarpon Springs (
- Port St. Lucie
- The Villages
The National Pain Institute’s interdisciplinary pain management approach focuses on pain relief, improved fitness & health, an overall better quality of life and the ability to return to a more functional lifestyle.
The National Pain Institute is leading the way to establish national standards regarding pain management. Research supports the interdisciplinary approach as the best way to treat pain.
- NPI is accredited under the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) - an independent, non-profit organization that reviews and grants accreditation services nationally on request of a facility or program.
National Pain Research Institute, LLC
Principal Investigator: Alexander C. Jungreis, MD
The National Pain Research Institute is dedicated to the advancement of new and improved medications to aide in the treatment of the Chronic Pain Patient
NPRI is currently enrolling for the following clinical trials:
Opioid Induced Constipation
Malignant Breakthrough Pain
You must meet criteria to be considered for enrollment. There is no cost to you for your participation. Some trials offer compensation for time and travel.
To see if you would qualify for one of our trials, please ask to see the research nurse or call 407-622-5766 x1420.
You can also ask your NPI physician for more information.
**The offices are closed on the following holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
