Attending a pain association support
group is the first step...
Joining a support group offers the opportunity to be listened to,
to talk about how you feel, hear how others cope with similar problems and
learn actively to control pain.
The Association recognises that it is not only
pain sufferers who experience distress, but carers, relatives and friends may
also need support.
Information Video
Here is a one minute video featuring users of our service and Dr. Ian Yellowlees, Consultant in Pain Management.
Training - What is the Living with Pain Programme all about?
The Programme will introduce you to :
Understanding mechanisms of how we perceive pain
Issues such as concentration and memory
A range of coping strategies :
Breathing and relaxation
Gentle movement
Skills involved in getting your needs met
(e.g. valuing yourself; being assertive)
The Programme - run by the Training Officer one day a week over 7 weeks - also offers an
information session for partners/families/friends plus a Review Day 2 months after
finishing.
What would you find at a group meeting?
Aspects of Pain Management,
such as learning how to breathe and deal with tension; gentle movement; how
to pace yourself and a chance to feel more in control
An opportunity for emotional support
Practical advice
Friendship and social activities
Understanding
Confidentiality
Training - What is the Living with Pain Programme all about? (see above)
