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Disclaimer 12 Dec 2006 | 04:23 am
The information found at this website is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your physician or...
My Biography 12 Dec 2006 | 04:14 am
I’m a Board Certified Psychiatrist in practice for 15 years in Pennsylvania. I have a private practice, working mostly with patients in chronic pain. I also teach psychiatry residents and do researc...
Pain Organizations 12 Dec 2006 | 04:00 am
The following are several pain management organizations with websites that have many resources. I encourage you to join patient organizations, and if you’re financially able to, to contribute to their...
How to Get Better Sleep 12 Dec 2006 | 03:56 am
To start, try some basic changes that can help you sleep better. These are often called “sleep hygiene techniques.” 1. Use your bedroom only for sleep (and sex). This is so your mind associates you...
Sleep Issues 12 Dec 2006 | 03:41 am
Unfortunately, sleep difficulties often go along with chronic pain. Even in people without pain, occasional sleep problems are common – 75% of people report occasional sleep problems. But for people...
Pick a Specific Way to Reduce YOUR Stress 11 Dec 2006 | 02:45 pm
The post How to Reduce That Stress lists many suggestions for reducing your stress. And you might have even thought, “yes, those are good ideas” or “well, maybe I’ll try one of those tomorrow.” Whil...
Stress Management 11 Dec 2006 | 02:17 pm
Despite having chronic pain, you can reduce your stress levels. And this is important for your physical and emotional health. These tips may decrease your pain, and anxiety or depression. Share the...
Should I See a Pain Management Psychiatrist, Psychologist or Therapist? 11 Dec 2006 | 02:03 pm
You may be referred to a psychiatrist, psychologist or social worker to help you cope with chronic pain. Before you run the other way, read on… Does this mean my doctor thinks the pain is “in my hea...
Whom Should I See for Chronic Pain? 11 Dec 2006 | 01:53 pm
As there are many types of chronic pain, there are many options for who can evaluate and treat your chronic pain. There are 2 issues I think are most important: 1. First, know what body system your...
Why is Chronic Pain Hard to Cope With?? 11 Dec 2006 | 01:25 pm
Chronic pain is hard!! And if you’re living with chronic pain, you know this all too well. I believe there are many sides to the chronic pain problem that add up to making it one of the hardest thin...
