Handout

A New Way to Think About Chronic Pain: The Mind-Body Connection

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— US Letter — 2 pages

Population:

Adult

Discipline:

OT

Diagnosis:

Chronic PainNervous System Conditions

References:

  • Sarno, J. E. (2001). Healing back pain: The mind-body connection. Balance.
  • Sarno, J. E. (2011). The divided mind: The epidemic of mindbody disorders. Prelude Books.
  • Astin, J. A., Shapiro, S. L., Eisenberg, D. M., & Forys, K. L. (2003). Mind-body medicine: state of the science, implications for practice. The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice, 16(2), 131-147.
This handout introduces patients to the mind-body theory of pain management, exploring the connection between emotions, stress, and chronic pain while acknowledging the complexities of pain neuroscience education. Designed for therapists, it provides a balanced perspective on how this approach can complement traditional pain management strategies, empowering patients with practical tools to explore their own experiences with pain.
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