Non-Pharmacological Approaches to Pain Management and Well-Being
In response to the current public health crisis of opioid abuse, overdose, and death, many organizations have issued guidelines and recommendations for treating pain, including the former Surgeon General’s “Turn the Tide” campaign. Similar to other guidelines, this campaign recommends non-pharmacological approaches as first line pain treatment, with opioids to be considered only if these and non-opioid pharmacological treatments are ineffective. This document expands upon those recommendations to help primary care clinicians and their patients with this approach.
1) Assess Patient’s Pain and Well-Being
2) Set Goals Jointly with the Patient
3) Educate the Patient about Integrative Pain Management Options
Describe evidence-informed non-pharmacological and self-care approaches to managing pain and promoting wellness, including but not limited to:
4) Develop a Treatment Plan with the Patient; Assess Potential Challenges
5) Follow Up, Troubleshoot and Modify Treatment Plan as Needed
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