Pelvic Pain: For Patients and Consumers

General Information about Pelvic Pain

• American Chronic Pain Association
• Tools for communicating with your health care provider
• Resource Guide to Chronic Pain Medication & Treatment (PDF - 1 MB)
• NIH News in Health: Halt the Hurt! Dealing with Chronic Pain
• National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: Pain: Hope Through Research
• International Pelvic Pain Society: Chronic Pelvic Pain (PDF - 162 KB)

Services, Resources, and Support

• The American Academy of Pain Management (AAPM) aims to advance the field of pain management using an integrative model of patient-centered care by providing evidence-based education for pain practitioners. Search AAPM’s Member Directory to find a pain specialist.

• The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is an association of obstetricians, gynecologists, and other health professionals who provide health care to women. Search ACOG’s Physician Directory to find a specialist.

• The International Pelvic Pain Society provides a forum for public and professional education related to pelvic pain. Search the Provider Referral Service to find a pelvic pain specialist.

• The Endometriosis Association aims to find a cure and prevention for endometriosis while providing education, support, and research to those affected.

• The National Vulvodynia Association aims to improve the lives of individuals affected by vulvodynia, a spectrum of chronic vulvar pain disorders. Search the Support Services Network to find local support groups.

Please note: Links to organizations and information included on this page do not indicate endorsement from the NICHD, NIH, or HHS.