Non-drug treatments for chronic non-malignant pain: patients’ perceptions
Patient perceptions
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https://doi.org/10.23938/ASSN.0927Keywords:
Mindfulness, Quality of life, Chronic pain, Patient reported outcome measures, Complementary therapiesAbstract
Background. The prevalence of chronic pain in Spain is 17%. There is a need for more scientific data on non-drug treatments that can be effectively used to treat chronic pain. The aim of this study is to analyze how patients with chronic non-malignant pain perceive non-drug approaches.
Method. Mixed, descriptive and phenomenological study. Nineteen patients enrolled in a workshop on pain management and non-drug treatments that consisted of four sessions (one session a week). Each session lasted four hours. The patients then participated in a reflective writing activity about their personal experiences. Data from this activity was then analyzed. Atlas.ti 8 software was used for the qualitative data analysis.
Results. Sixteen participants tried an alternative therapy and fourteen assessed its benefits. The participants’ expectations were divided into three groups of similar size: relief from physical pain, emotional pain management and tools for use in daily life. All the participants were satisfied with the workshop. Perceived personal benefits were better pain and sleep management, reduced fatigue, reduced drug consumption; a more positive approach to life, better mood, more positive energy, more motivation and improved capacity to cope.
Conclusions. The participants commented that the workshop had helped them to reduce pain levels and consume to fewer analgesics, and had reduced other symptoms associated with chronic disease, thus improving their perceived health. They also expressed great satisfaction with the organization and teachers.
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