Chronic pain self-management program is a five-week comprehensive program that aims to empower the patients to effectively self-manage their pain to improve their quality of life. It includes chronic pain education session and self-management strategies that can be practiced daily.
Weekly sessions focus on demonstrating and performing management strategies like breathing, relaxation, stretching techniques…. It is customized for chronic pain patients to address their needs in an individualized approach.
This program pathway encourages equal participation of the patients based on their current physical ability. It allows them to share their experiences, stay connected and feel supported being in their same peer group.
It encourages to develop their own action plan and develop a habit of adhering to it and help stay motivated. The patients are guided and supported throughout the session to ensure that they are empowered to self-manage their chronic pain.
How is this program conducted?
Our Pain specialists will prescreen to make sure you will benefit from this program. Then this program will be included in your treatment plan. Informative education Brochures, session plans will be provided to encourage self-participation with no hinderance.
The sessions are provided virtually in groups to participate at your convenience in your comfortable home environment. Referrals can be made from your pain care physician/family physician.
Please Note: It is not a substitute for any therapy sessions or treatment. It is intended for chronic pain education and self-management purposes only.
Disclaimer
The contents contained within this page are not a substitute for health professionals’ advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We advise that you seek advice from a qualified healthcare practitioner. We fully disclose that any surgical or invasive procedures come with risks.
For more details on how to relieve or treat chronic pain, you can reach out to one of our pain specialists at any of our pain care clinic locations. We establish a caring relationship and provide patients with pain relief when needed the most.