Treating Chronic Pain Syndrome [CPS]

Patients with CPS generally are treated on an outpatient basis, with multiple healthcare professionals to manage their condition

Long term complications of chronic pain may lead to prolonged physical suffering, relationship problems, loss of business, employment, ongoing disability, and various adverse medical reactions from long-term therapy. The patient and family must fully understand the impact of each mode of treatment.

Physical Care

Returning to a good physical exercise program helps both the body and the mind. It is also very motivating for the patient. By this stage the patient is aware of factors that previous aggravated the condition, and can avoid these uncomfortable stressful positions and bad posture.

Regular exercise, good sleeping habits, and balanced meals are all extremely helpful in restoring and maintaining good health. Ongoing relaxation, meditation and biofeedback techniques are also helpful.

Mental Wellness

Chronic pain is serious debilitating and can be extremely frustrating for the patient, when medical professionals and family appear to believe the pain is being exaggerated by the patient. This can adversely impact the ability of the patient to apply themselves fully, both physically and mentally to the treatment. This attitude must be avoided, and full tolerance and understanding of the patient must be demonstrated.

Caution must be taken during any treatment for any sign of:

• Poor or unusual unexpected response to a specific treatment
• Avoiding social responsibility
• Severe depression or severe anxiety disorder
• Excessive pain behavior
• Noncompliance with treatment
• Drug abuse or dependence

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