Behavioral Programs that help pain management
Relaxation Techniques
Relaxation Techniques for Natural Pain Relief. Relaxation exercises calm your mind, lower the amount of stress hormones in your blood, relax your muscles, and elevate your sense of well-being. Using them regularly can lead to long-term changes in your body to counteract the harmful effects of stress.
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Biofeedback
Biofeedback is a technique you can use to learn to control some of your body's functions, such as your heart rate. During biofeedback, you're connected to electrical sensors that help you receive information about your body.
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Meditation
When your chronic pain persists after you’ve tried conventional treatments, it may be worth a look at meditation. Note, the scientific studies on whether meditation works to lower chronic pain have had mixed results.
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Tai-Chi
Tai chi is a low-impact, slow-motion, mind-body exercise that combines breath control, meditation, and movements to stretch and strengthen muscles. The practice dates back thousands of years.
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Yoga
Yoga has been demonstrated to help people with chronic pain. Studies showed that yoga helps reduce pain perception, decrease inflammation, and improve mobility among people with a range of chronic pain conditions.