American College of Rheumatology (ACR): score and pain body chart

Table outlining exam findings, diagnosis tips, and recommended next steps

American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeon's Clinical Practice Guidelines

Comprehensive, evidence-based and written by a panel of experts from across the country. Endorsed by both the Canadian Pain Society and the Canadian Rheumatology Association.

Simple and rapid instrument for measuring the impact that pain has on the ability of a person to participate in essential life activities. This can be used to evaluate patients initially to monitor them over time and to judge the effectiveness of interventions.

Rapidly assesses the severity of pain and its  impact on functioning

This questionnaire can be used to quantify activity limitation and measure functional outcome for patients with any orthopaedic condition

The use of different tools to assess pain, hyperalgesia, allodynia; and how to map dermatomal patterns of pain

Abdominal wall pain is often mistaken for intra-abdominal visceral pain, resulting in expensive and unnecessary laboratory tests, imaging studies, consultations, and invasive procedures. This article outlines a great approach.