Journal of general internal medicine
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Undocumented immigration is often accompanied by multiple and complex stressors, which over time may increase the risk for chronic pain. ⋯ Among undocumented Latinx immigrants, chronic pain is significantly associated with psychological distress, older age, and trauma history. Given that undocumented immigrants have restricted access to healthcare and are at high risk for chronic pain, developing alternatives to facilitate access to chronic pain interventions and risk-reduction prevention are needed.