Talking About Chronic Pain
Bob Kerns, PhD, Co-Director for the Pain Management Collaboratory, encourages people with chronic pain to discuss their symptoms with their providers. He offers tips on what to think about and how to prepare for the conversation(s). Ultimately, the hope is that a discussion leads to a plan for pain management and a reduction in the levels of pain experienced by the individual.
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Developing a Plan for Chronic Pain Relief
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Talking Points: Preparing for a Provider Visit
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Talking About Chronic Pain
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The Value of Studying Non-Pharmacological Therapies for Pain Management
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