Chronic Back Pain: When There’s No Cure

2. Find A Support Network

Chronic back pain can be an isolating experience. You may not be able to be as active as you once were, saying “No” to social gatherings, and limiting participation in some of your favorite activities.

As you become more isolated, your experience of chronic pain may increase because of less stimuli to distract you. You also increase the risk for developing mental health issues, such as depression.

It is encouraged you find a network of social support to limit the isolation effects of chronic pain. The key to a support network is not only finding people who are empathetic and supportive, but also finding a health distraction from the pain.

3. Practice Imagery Control Techniques

When treating your chronic back pain, it is important to remember the role your mind can play in reducing your perception of chronic pain.

In particular, imagery control techniques can bring you meaningful relief in a matter of minutes. You can start by trying “the altered focus technique.” Here is how to do it:

• Focus your attention on a part of your body other than your lower back.
• Next, alter the sensation in that part of your body. For example, you can imagine your hands becoming cold or warm (whichever feels better).
• Hold this sensation in your hands for several minutes, and your experience of pain will likely diminish.You can practice these techniques wherever, and however often, you want.If the above three strategies don’t help reduce your chronic pain, don’t despair. Instead, ask your doctor for a referral to a pain specialist to discuss other possible options for chronic back pain relief. There are a great many approaches to pain management.

Talk to Dr. Jimenez about specific questions related to your unique health situation.

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