Welcome
A small group of Occupational Therapists set up a pain management special interest group in January 1995. Since then our membership has grown to over 80 and we are now known as the National Occupational Therapy Pain Association (NOTPA). The association is recognised by the British Association of Occupational Therapists (BAOT) and it is our aim to become a specialist section. We are also represented on various committees of the Pain Society. Download an application form now >>
AIMS
NOTPA aims to:
- provide an Occupational Therapy focus on Pain Management, particularly chronic pain
- provide a network of support for Occupational Therapists working in the management of pain
- gather and disseminate information on Pain Management relevant to the work of the Occupational Therapist
- provide examples of good practice and encourage high professional standards through the dissemination of expertise and ideas
- develop awareness and understanding of the pain process among Occupational Therapists
- encourage research and publication
- monitor and evaluate the assessment of the pain patient
- promote understanding and co-operation between disciplines.
- monitor clinical training needs related to the understanding of the pain process, maintaining close contact with the College of Occupational Therapy
BENEFITS
Benefits from joining NOTPA
- Newsletter with latest developments in OT and pain management
- Reduced fees for study days
- Summaries from conferences and committee meetings
- Representation at the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)
- Professional support from experienced clinicians in the field
- Regularly updated contact lists for networking, including a members-only e-group.
- Access to job opportunities
SUPPORT
Your support means that NOTPA can:
- Promote occupational therapy in pain management
- Provide examples of good practice and set clinical standards
- Support local research into OT assessment & treatment of individuals suffering from pain
- Ensure continued professional development
- Maintain links with international experts in the field
- Disseminate information from other relevant OT organisations
