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    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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      Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance can seem like a daunting task.  This article will attempt to break down both the application and appeals processes into manageable and understandable steps.
    • Understanding Chronic Pain
      An open letter to anyone who has a chronic pain patient in his or her life. 
    • 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.
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    • The Healing Power of Humor
      It turns out that the expression, "Laughter is the best medicine," is actually true.  Research has shown that laughter really does have a positive physiological effect on your health. 
    • 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.
    • Throw Yourself a Pity Party!
      When life and pain are getting to be too much for you, try throwing yourself a pity party. 
    • 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.
    • Opioids: Addiction vs. Dependence
      Learn the difference between addiction and dependence as it relates to the use of opioids in treating chronic pain.  
    • 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.
    • 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. 
    • 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...
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