Where pain is concerned there is so much more that we can do to help ourselves. We already know how to do some of this. Think distraction, think child gets lollipop from the doctor or dentist, think parent smacks the ground after a child has fallen and exclaims, "bold ground!"
We can use our minds to relieve pain, to enhance our medication or even to influence the course of our treatment plans.
Living with persistent pain
You might already know that persistent pain is an everyday thing. Walking, moving around the house, going up and down stairs, whether at work or at home, there can be a high degree of discomfort. Even with very ordinary everyday tasks. When sitting still or lying in bed, pain can still be there, a constant.
Some know the cause of their pain. Some do not. Treatment options however seem incredibly limited. There are only so many pain killers that one can take.
Such is the outlook, many who live in this way also become quite depressed. Some get anxious at the thought of leaving the house.
A range of coping strategies
Persistent pain requires a range of coping strategies. I want to introduce you to a number of proven pain relief techniques that you might not have heard of.
Some are straightforward, that you can learn easily. Others are more in-depth and will need some guidance.
Once learned, they will offer you a level of respite that I believe will help you enormously.
We each experience pain differently. Whatever you are experiencing there are ways to manage or relieve it. Even if only for a short while.
What is your pain threshold like?
What is your pain threshold like? Have there been times when you have made pain not matter?
Without any pills or potions? You have just gotten on with whatever you were doing and somehow the pain didn't get in your way. Perhaps you have hurt yourself and can't actually remember it happening?
I have assembled a range of approaches that add to our existing and natural capabilities. These are for those who must manage or relieve pain on a longer-term basis, those classified as having chronic pain.
Whether it's Cancer or MS related, whether it's to do with Eczema, Psoriasis, IBS or Crohn’s, Migraine, Fibromyalgia or M.E., my aim is to offer some approaches that will complement your current prescribed medications and treatments.