LEARNING TO MASTER YOUR CHRONIC PAIN: A PATIENT HANDBOOK
INTRODUCTION
Goals of Mastering Chronic Pain
Will a Pain Program Work for Me?
CHAPTER 1: PHYSIOLOGY OF PAIN
Acute Versus Chronic Pain
Medical Assessment of Pain Problems
Gate Control Theory
Factors Influencing Pain
CHAPTER 2: RELAXATION TRAINING
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Autogenic Relaxation
Self-Hypnosis
Biofeedback
Cue-Controlled Relaxation
CHAPTER 3: EXERCISE AND PAIN
Introduction
What is Fitness?
Types of Exercises
Your Personal Exercise Program
General Stretching Guidelines
Stretching Diagrams
CHAPTER 4: POSTURE AND BODY MECHANICS
Introduction
What is Good Posture?
Clothing and Posture
Posture Diagrams
Clothing and Posture Worksheet
Activity List
CHAPTER 5: THE ROLE OF MEDICATION IN CHRONIC PAIN
Problems Associated With Pain Medication
Classes of Pain Medication
CHAPTER 6: STRESS AND PAIN MANAGEMENT
Introduction
Stress Management Checklist
CHAPTER 7: SLEEP DISTURBANCES AND PAIN
Introduction
Getting to Sleep
Strategies to Improve Sleep
Sleep Diary
CHAPTER 8: "COMFORT MEASURES" FOR PAIN
Introduction
CHAPTER 9: ASSERTIVENESS TRAINING
Introduction
Styles of Communication
Communicating Assertively: Two Sample Scenarios
Improving Your Ability to Communicate About Your Pain
CHAPTER 10: POSITIVE THINKING
Introduction
How Irrational Thoughts Are Born
Overcoming Irrational Thoughts
Inventory of Negative Thoughts in Response to Pain
CHAPTER 11: PAIN AND DEPRESSION
Introduction
Types of Depression
The Link Between Chronic Pain and Depression
Treatment of Depression
CHAPTER 12: PROBLEM SOLVING
Introduction
Steps for SOLVE-Problems
The SOLVE-Problems Worksheet
CHAPTER 13: VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
Introduction
Assessing Your Need for Vocational Rehabilitation
What Rehabilitation Counselors Do
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
Benefits of Rehabilitation: A Summary
CHAPTER 14: PAIN AND SEXUAL ISSUES
Introduction
Approaching the Problem
Choosing a Position
Considering Alternatives
Getting Help
CHAPTER 15: WEIGHT MANAGEMENT AND NUTRITION
Introduction
Factors in Weight-Control Problems
Tips for Weight Management
Individual Weight Management Goal Sheet
CHAPTER 16: PROBLEMS WITH MEMORY AND CONCENTRATION
Introduction
Dealing With Memory Problems
CHAPTER 17: HUMOR, HAPPINESS, AND PAIN
Meaning of Happiness
Search for Happiness
CHAPTER 18: HOW TO BE "SMART" ABOUT YOUR PAIN
Introduction
CHAPTER 19: HOW TO GET THE MOST HELP FROM THE MEDICAL SYSTEM
Introduction
CHAPTER 20: SOCIAL SUPPORT SYSTEMS
Support: Good or Bad?
Family Support Issues
Community Support Issues
Spiritual Support Issues
What Can Be Done to Improve Your Support
Social Support Questionnaire
CHAPTER 21: HOW TO PREVENT RELAPSE
Introduction
Two Scenarios
Key Questions
Steps in Preventing a Relapse
Relapse Prevention Worksheet
CHAPTER 22: WHAT TO DO TO MAINTAIN THE GAINS
Introduction
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Daily Pain Rating Scale
Appendix B: Daily Activity Record
Appendix C: Weekly Activity Record
Appendix D: Exercise Record
Appendix E: Medication Record
Appendix F: Daily Food Diary
Appendix G: Follow-Up Plan of Care
Appendix H: Americans With Disabilities Act Outline
SUBJECT INDEX