Chronic pain can suck the joy right out of life, leaving the sufferer physically miserable, as well as mentally exhausted and even depressed. For many, drugs just are not the answer, offering only partial relief or relief that fades all too fast, as the body becomes tolerant of the medication, demanding more and more, until finally the pain relieving medication no longer is effective.
Yet another set of recent clinical studies have demonstrated the value of a more integrated approach to pain management. As has been shown with back pain, for those suffering from some types arthritis, there is some indication that therapies that seek to increase and improve movement can be helpful not only for managing pain, but also for helping to prevent further injury.
Meditation has also shown promise to aid in the management of chronic pain, as well as its associated stress, anxiety and depression. While meditation is much more common in the Eastern part of the world, it is starting to become a much more mainstream concept here in the West.
Chronic pain is tough to live with, and all too frequently cannot be controlled by drugs alone. Exploring the possibilities of a more integrated and holistic approach can make a real difference in overall quality of life.
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