New Challenges in Health Care Services among Patients with Musculoskeletal Pain

Dear Colleagues,

Musculoskeletal pain is a prevalent and complex health issue that affects millions of individuals worldwide. With an aging population, increased prevalence of chronic conditions, and changing lifestyles, the demand for healthcare services related to musculoskeletal pain is growing rapidly. To address the evolving challenges in this field, Healthcare is pleased to announce a Special Issue focused on "New Challenges in Health Care Services among Patients with Musculoskeletal Pain".

This Special Issue aims to provide a platform for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals to present their latest findings, innovative approaches, and best practices in the assessment, management, and delivery of healthcare services for patients suffering from musculoskeletal pain. We encourage submissions that cover a wide range of topics related to this field, including but not limited to:

• Diagnosis and assessment of musculoskeletal pain disorders;
• Multidisciplinary approaches to musculoskeletal pain management;
• Telehealth and digital solutions for musculoskeletal pain care;
• Pain education and self-management programs;
• Innovative interventions and treatment modalities;
• Quality of life and psychosocial aspects of musculoskeletal pain;
• Health disparities in musculoskeletal pain care;
• Health economics and cost-effectiveness in musculoskeletal pain management;
• Patient-centered care and shared decision making.

In this Special Issue, we welcome original studies, using qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods, and (all kinds of) reviews.

I look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. Jesús Seco Calvo
Guest Editor

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• musculoskeletal pain
• quality of life
• patient-centered care
• health services
• care