Physical Therapists’ Perceptions of Learning and Implementing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to Treat Chronic Pain: A Pilot Study on the Integrative Pain Science Institute Experience

Chronic pain presents a physical and psychological burden for millions of Americans, and is a global health pandemic. This burden has been worsened by the widespread emphasis placed on a biomedical approach that largely neglects to address the psychosocial components and processes of chronic pain. This omission has led to poorly managed pain, the chronification […]

The Pain Science Behind Mindfulness Meditation

Pain is a multidimensional experience consisting of both sensory and affective components involving how “strong” and how “unpleasant” the painful sensation is perceived to be by the individual.  The experience of pain also includes a cognitive component, which strongly influences how an individual perceives their overall well-being in relation to their experience of pain.  Patients […]

Make it a Habit: 3 Tips for Living Pain-Free

There are 3 P’s of living with less pain— Pacing, Patience and Persistence. I have seen many patients overcome chronic pain, all of whom have embodied these traits. The 3 P’s help create small, sustainable change in your daily life to begin ending the pain. Do you seek to alleviate your pain? Does it feel…

Reverse Pain with Journaling

Reverse Pain With Journaling

Using a journal can decrease the perception of pain. Recently, we had an article discussing the benefits of meditation for chronic pain. Meditation and journaling are examples of mindfulness-oriented interventions or therapeutic treatments that involve fostering awareness and acceptance. Historically, the first-line treatment for chronic pain has been opioids, NSAIDs, and other medications with a […]

Meditating to Relieve Pain

Mindfulness is effective for treating chronic pain symptoms. If you struggle with chronic pain, you may

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