Taming Chronic Pain: A Management Guide for a More Enjoyable Life (Guide to Chronic Pain Management)

Taming Chronic Pain is a book that provides practical advice, insight, exercises, and discussion of the major issues associated with long-term pain management. It was written by a fellow pain sufferer who has done extensive research on the topic and offers a unique perspective on living with chronic pain. The book includes tools to help pain sufferers live their lives with chronic pain, a helpful approach to pain management that takes medicine, meditation, and psychology into account, lifestyle suggestions to lessen the effects of pain, tips and tricks for managing relationships while managing pain, and advice for caregivers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 29 August 2019
Publisher: Mango Media

Living with pain presents a multifaceted challenge that extends beyond the physical realm. For individuals navigating the intricate balance between self-care and everyday existence, a multitude of obstacles arise. Taming Chronic Pain, a groundbreaking work, delves into the critical aspects of long-term pain management, offering practical guidance, insightful anecdotes, exercises, and discussions on a wide range of topics, from fundamental scientific knowledge to the psychological implications of chronic pain. Authored by a fellow pain sufferer, Amy has dedicated years to conducting extensive research on every facet of enduring physical suffering. Her combination of scientific expertise and personal experience has equipped her with the unique ability to provide a humorous yet insightful perspective into the various aspects of living with chronic pain that only a fellow sufferer would recognize.

The book employs clear and engaging language, reflecting the authenticity of personal experience. Patricia Morley-Forster, MD, FRCPC, a renowned anesthesiology and pain medicine specialist, praises it as "clear, engaging, and with the authenticity of personal experience." She holds the position of Founder Status; Professor Emerita at the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Care at Western University, located in London, Canada. In 2013, Amy was honored with the Canadian Anesthesiologists Society Gold Medal, further attesting to the significance of her work.

Taming Chronic Pain is a valuable resource for individuals grappling with chronic pain, encompassing a wide range of conditions such as back, neck, shoulder pain, arthritis, migraines, and nerve pain. It provides a helpful approach to pain management that considers medicine, meditation, and psychology as essential components. The book offers lifestyle suggestions to mitigate the effects of pain and provides valuable tips and tricks for managing relationships, which can be particularly challenging for pain sufferers.

In conclusion, Taming Chronic Pain is a groundbreaking work that offers practical advice, insights, and exercises to help individuals manage chronic pain. Authored by a fellow pain sufferer, the book provides a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges faced by those living with chronic pain. Its clear and engaging language, combined with the authenticity of personal experience, makes it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to improve their quality of life and overcome the obstacles associated with long-term pain management.

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 217 x 150 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781642500370