Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Also Benefits Chronic Pain
For patients with chronic pain (CP), both mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) improve physical functioning, pain intensity, and depression.
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Benefits of a Pain and Stress Management Program for the Management of Chronic Pain
A “Pain and Stress Management” program for the management of chronic pain, was found to be effective in alleviating pain, diminishing stress, promoting self-management of pain, and ameliorating general well-being.
Opioid Bill Gets Bipartisan Support
In a rare bipartisan move, both the House and Senate have reached a compromise on legislation to address the opioid epidemic.
Is Pregabalin Effective for Chronic, Post-Traumatic Neuropathic Pain?
Pregabalin does not appear to be effective for controlling pain in patients with chronic post-traumatic peripheral neuropathic pain.
CDC: About One in Five U.S. Adults Have Chronic Pain
About 20.4% of US adults have chronic pain and 8.0% have high-impact chronic pain.
Chronic Pain May Be Contributor to Suicide
Chronic pain may be an important contributor to suicide, with 8.8 percent of suicide decedents having evidence of chronic pain.
New Rules May Constrain Docs’ Ability to Treat Chronic Pain
New laws and regulations designed to limit the use of prescription narcotics may further constrain doctors’ ability to treat patients.
Psychological Therapies May Help Older Adults With Chronic Pain
For older adults with chronic pain, psychological interventions have small benefits, including reducing pain and catastrophizing beliefs.
Common Causes of Chronic Pain Management Malpractice Claims
There is a growing emphasis on provider responsibility with the increasing focus of the overprescribing of opioids.
Brief Group-Based Cognitive Intervention Effective for Adolescent Chronic Pain
For adolescents with chronic pain, a combination of different therapies such as CBT and breathing exercises may be beneficial.
