Chronic Pain Self-Management Program
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Lee Health’s “It’s All About You Chronic Pain Self-Management Program” a Self- Management Resource Program with the SMRC provides you with the tools to self-manage any chronic pain condition. Chronic pain conditions include, but not limited to, arthritis, fibromyalgia, back pain, complex regional pain syndrome and migraines.
Workshops meet once a week for six weeks, 2.5 hours in length. provides you with the tools to self-manage any chronic pain condition. Chronic pain conditions include arthritis, fibromyalgia, back pain, complex regional pain syndrome and migraines.
Contact one of our friendly program navigators at 239-424-3121
Learn more about the tools you will learn during the workshop
Physical Activity
Many individuals with chronic pain do not think they should engage in physical activities in fear of creating more pain. Learn how this assumption is wrong and how physical activity can actually decrease your pain, and improve your quality of life.
Problem-Solving
We all face problems when managing a chronic pain condition and navigating the complexities of life. Learn one of the most important self-management tools that we have - steps to solve problems.
Pacing and Planning
When suffering from chronic pain, many individuals either overdo or underdo activities, both resulting in increased pain. Learn tips to effectively pace and plan your activities so that you can accomplish your daily tasks, without increasing your pain.
Using Your Mind
Our mind is a powerful tool to help us control our chronic pain conditions. This workshop will showcase distraction techniques, positive thinking, guided imagery, and a relaxation body scan.
Action-Planning
Another important self-management tool. Once you identify a problem, now it is time to take action. Learn how to make an action plan, which is a tool you can use for life!
Decision-Making
Many decisions have to be made when living with a chronic pain condition. Often, it may be difficult to decide what course of action is best for you. During the workshop, you will learn a process for making decisions that you can have confidence in.
Sleep
Poor sleep is a common concern among individuals with chronic pain conditions. Learn strategies to help you get a more restful night of sleep and feel more energized.
Working with Health Professionals
It can be challenging to effectively collaborate with your health care team and organizations. Learn tips to improve your relationships with your health care providers and organizations.
Communication
Poor communication is not good for our physical, mental and emotional health. Learn how to use “I” messages to better communicate with significant others and health professionals to promote improved well-being.
Breathing Techniques
Better breathing can help us manage our chronic pain conditions, decrease our stress, and is important to utilize when doing physical activity. We will practice breathing techniques during the workshop.
Healthy Eating
Good nutrition plays an important role in managing chronic pain conditions. Learn general healthy eating principles, how to read food labels, and foods that help to decrease pain and inflammation.
Medications
Nearly 50 percent of all medications are not taken by patients as ordered. Learn tips on how to become more compliant with taking your medication and how to overcome common barriers to taking the medication. We will also discuss addiction to opioids.
Understanding Emotions
Emotional ups and downs are normal when managing a chronic pain condition. Explore these emotions and learn techniques for managing the negative feelings often associated when living with a variety of medical conditions.
Ready to take charge of your chronic pain condition?
Call 239-424-3121 to register for an upcoming workshop.