Coping with Chronic Pain

Managing your chronic pain doesn't just mean receiving treatment and taking medication--it's also about paying attention to your mental and emotional well being, and becoming a proactive patient.

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10 Tips to Reduce Holiday Stress
Since stress tends to increase pain, it’s important to plan ahead and do whatever you can to reduce your stress during the holidays. Here are some tips that might help...
Surviving the Holidays
Does the thought of another holiday season fill you with anticipation or dread? While you may not be able to avoid all stress, you can reduce it significantly by giving yourself a G.I.F.T.
Learning to Manage Your Energy
It’s true that people chronic pain conditions often have precious little energy to work with––which makes learning to manage it even more important.

Flu Shot Pros & Cons
As flu season approaches, many chronic pain patients are asking if they should get a flu shot. Find out if a flu shot is a good option for you.
Give Your Medicine Cabinet a Check-up
Keeping old medicine around may be inviting trouble. Use this handy checklist to make sure your medication is up-to-date and properly stored.
The Importance of Breathing Properly
Although we often think of breathing as automatic, it's something that many chronic pain patients do not do correctly. Learn the basics of breathing properly and how it can help you.