The anatomy and physiology of pain -- Relating socio-economic issues to older people and pain : independence, dignity and choice -- 'Creaking joints, a bit of arthritis, and aches and pains' : older people's experiences and perceptions of pain -- Assessment of pain -- Communication and pain -- Acute on chronic pain -- Cancer pain in elderly people in palliative care settings -- Care homes and other settings -- Management of a pain by pharmacological intervention -- Complementary approaches -- Function and rehabilitation -- Future directions