Spotlight on
Chronic Pain and the Family
Chronic pain is a health problem that affects not only the individual who is suffering, but also family members. There is no doubt, from a practical and from a medical standpoint that families get caught up in chronic pain problems. This article, by Dr. Jeffrey Rome, describes some issues related to family involvement in chronic pain problems and provides suggestions for help.
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My Treatment
Healing Steps to Wellness — Pain and Fatigue
This month's column, by Dr. Michael Loes, focuses on the relationship between pain and fatigue and offers some suggestions for waking up "feeling good."
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Transcending Your Pain
In this first installment, Dr. Richard Stieg writes, "Transcending pain is not about ‘going home and living with it' or ‘learning to cope.' It is about actually altering the pain experience, educating you and your doctor in ways to relieve suffering, and getting your life back." Read more about the many factors that can alter your pain experience.
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My Support
Call to Action—The National Pain Care Policy Act of 2003
H.R. 1863—The National Pain Care Policy Act of 2003 was introduced in the House of Representatives last year. This legislation will help improve the quality and accessibility of pain care management for millions of Americans whose lives are dominated by chronic, debilitating pain.
Click here to read more about what this bill can do for you and how you can help bring the bill to fruition by sending letters to your congressional representatives!
