Chronic Pain

Chronic pain is subjective, which makes the diagnosis quite complex. To evaluate the pain, a comprehensive assessment is performed by an experienced mental health professional using tests and questionnaires. In the case of neuropathic pain, a specialist conducts additional complementary examinations and tests of the nervous system to arrive at a comprehensive and precise diagnosis, allowing for the development of a tailored treatment plan.

Treatment

When treating chronic pain, the goal is to reduce it and improve function, allowing people to resume their everyday life activities. Chronic pain can only be managed, but some treatments are more effective than others. A multidisciplinary procedure is established that combines medication for psychological support and psychological exercises to treat pain and depression together.

Common chronic pain treatment

In self-management programmes, with the assistance of the support team, the individual becomes an active participant in pain treatment. The person living with pain needs help learning to think, feel, and do better, despite the persistence of pain. Self-management programmes have removed many barriers to effective pain management, regardless of the underlying conditions. Individuals who participate in these programmes have significantly improved their ability to cope with pain. They improve their ability to be active, healthy and involved members of their communities.

As a rehabilitation counsellor and Pilates instructor, I teach patients active strategies to manage their pain more effectively and, in turn, improve their physical, vocational, and psychological well-being. Typically, programme participants are subjectively happier, less dependent on healthcare services, and less reliant on medications, and they can return to work.

Program duration: usually 6 to 12 sessions (tailored to the individual depending on their circumstances)

Pain management interventions improve your quality of life, work, and personal relationships. As an injured worker, addressing pain-related barriers can help you improve your ability to return to work.

If you can relate to any of these issues, would like to book an appointment or have any questions, please feel free to contact Plaisance Counselling.