Effective Pain Management Treatment Involves More Than Medication
Individuals who suffer from chronic pain can experience great personal struggles in finding pain management treatment that works. However, pain management providers who are savvy with how chronic pain affects the quality of life of the average sufferer know that treatment that is to be effective requires more than just a prescription. In reality, dealing with chronic pain requires a comprehensive approach that takes unique factors into account.
Part of what makes chronic pain so different from other conditions is its ability to remain unseen. Many individuals can attest to the lack of understanding and support from friends and family members, but what is more surprising is that many experience the same lack of support from health care providers. People with chronic pain often have to test out several doctors before they find one with the tools to truly help them.
One way that effective pain management treatment is different than ineffective treatment is that it takes care not to forget the individual. Chronic pain is particularly frustrating because it can be triggered by any number of factors, such as: lack of sleep, excessive sleep, poor diet, poor overall health, illness, minor injury, and other medical conditions, just to name a few. With so many variables to consider, it is easy to see why finding the right doctor would be a difficult task for just about anyone to take on.
Once a truly supportive pain management provider has been found patients may receive a prescription that helps with pain, but it rarely stops there. Often, other methods, like a fitness plan, will be implemented as well to improve overall health which can help reduce the stress put on the body of the patient if they are overweight or have a low tolerance for movement. Other options that may be explored include acupuncture, massage therapy, steroid injections, and more.
Chronic pain is a slippery opponent that can be difficult to properly treat. Individuals who are able to find a truly supportive pain management treatment provider can expect more than a prescription should they hope to improve their quality of life. With a more complete, comprehensive treatment plan, they can expect results to be more effective and rewarding overall.
By Dr. James Lin
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