This is a useful hands-on manual providing practical and positive solutions to managing chronic pain. It describes the many causes of chronic pain as well as ways to alleviate its effects through exercise, stress management, counselling, support groups, modern medicine and natural therapies.
Most importantly, this book offers vital physical, emotional and practical self-help methods, including massage and meditation techniques, enabling sufferers to cope with chronic independently.
Featuring tips on how to manage the housework and plan your daily activities effectively, as well as a listing of useful associations, councils and professionals, the book will help chronic pain sufferers understand the various pain relief options available to them today to lead a better life.
Jean Craig is a social worker with many years experience in dealing with sufferers of chronic pain. Her knowledge of the subject took a personal turn when she was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, a form of muscular rheumatism. After years of learning and teaching others to live with chronic pain, Jean shares her invaluable knowledge of practical pain management in this book.
