The transitional pain service: a narrative review on the approach to managing chronic post-surgical pain

Key Points

• Chronic post-surgical pain affects a significant number of patients, impacting their daily lives.
• Pain management strategies, including transitional care protocols, have shown promise in reducing pain severity.
• Narrative review highlights various treatment approaches and their effectiveness in managing chronic pain.
• Enhancing pain management systems may lead to better patient recovery and quality of life.