Resources for People with Pain
Although these resources aim to educate and offer assistance in seeking care for pain management and co-occurring conditions, they are not intended to replace treatment by a healthcare professional.
From the PMC
Talking About Chronic Pain

Developing a Plan for Chronic Pain Relief
The experience of chronic pain is more than just the pain itself. Pain can affect how a participates in life, so an optimal pain management plan is multifaceted and tailored to the individual.

Talking Points: Preparing for a Provider Visit
It is important to honestly and openly share your experiences with chronic pain with your provider(s). You’ll want to be prepared for a series of questions that providers are likely to ask. Think about the following items, and perhaps take notes about your pain experience for a few weeks prior to the appointment.
Informational PDFs and Worksheets
Created by the VA Center for Integrated Health, the following links direct you to a series of PDFs that provide strategies and pathways for managing pain.
Chronic Pain
Self Management
Understanding
Chronic Pain
Five Steps for Managing Intense Pain Episodes
True or False?
Common Pain Beliefs
Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain
Additional Information about Chronic Pain Treatment Options
Additional Support
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Pain Management: Self-Management Tactics
This section on the VA website offers guidance and resources to help you manage your pain and improve daily life.
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VA’s Moving Forward Course
This free online course can be taken on your own schedule. The purpose of Moving Forward is to help address common life challenges such as stress, adjustment issues, and coping with injury.
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Chronic Pain: What You Need To Know
The NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NICCIH) provides an overview of chronic pain, pain management approaches, the latest clinical guidelines for treatment, and considerations when evaluating pain remedies.
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A Listing of Complimentary and Integrative Health Options for Chronic Pain
This comprehensive webpage provides descriptions of treatment options, along with some follow-along videos for yoga, meditation, light physical therapy and links to other resources.