Health Tip: Coping With Chronic Pain
Some drug-free treatment options
Posted 8/29/07
(HealthDay News) -- Chronic pain persists for longer than six months. Besides pain medications, the American Academy of Family Physicians offers this list of additional treatment options:
- Physical therapy, including stretching and strengthening exercises.
- Low-impact exercise, including swimming, biking and walking.
- Occupational therapy to learn how to change daily activities to avoid making pain worse.
- Behavioral therapy, such as yoga and meditation, to increase relaxation and decrease stress.
- Lifestyle changes, including quitting smoking, getting plenty of sleep, eating a proper diet, and getting enough exercise.
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