(Ebook) The Journey to Pain Relief A Hands On Guide to Breakthroughs in Pain Treatment 1st Edition by Phyllis Berger, Marshall Devor, Winston Parris ISBN 9780897934695 0897934695

Chapter 1: Pain: The Never-Ending Story

Acute Versus Chronic Pain

The Brain’s Response to Pain

The Effects of Emotions and Thoughts on Pain

Emotions and the Body’s Biochemistry

The Effects of Pain on the Psyche

Pain and Anger

The Physiology of Pain

Conditions That May Produce or Promote Chronic Pain

Treatment Options for Chronic Pain

Healing Requires a Change in Attitude

Chapter 2: Responses to Pain

The Pain Cycle

Therapy Can Be a Double-Edged Sword

Doctor Shopping

Medical Information on the Internet

Stress

Fear Avoidance

Fear Affects Beliefs

Worry

Chapter 3: Patient, Heal Thyself

Your Rights as a Pain Patient

The More You Do, the More You Can Do

Knowledge Is Power

Narrative Medicine

Research Findings on Pain and Exercise

Tips for Overcoming Postural Problems That Could Be Created by Sitting at a Desk

Oversensitivity to Pain with Exercise

The Role of Laughter

Breathing

The Role of the Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS)

Relaxation

Distraction

Chapter 4: The Placebo Effect and Alternative Treatments

The Mind-Body Connection

Aura Healing

The Power of Prayer

Touch

Magnet Therapy

Laser Therapy

Acutouch

Homeopathy and Herbal Remedies

Chapter 5: The Physiotherapeutic Perspective

History Taking

Pain Rating: The Visual Analog Scale (VAS)

Emotional Assessment

Progress Diary

Physical Examination

What Factors Affect Pain?

Assessment of Nerve Damage

Appropriate Treatments for Specific Conditions

Chapter 6: The Pain Pathways

Types and Functions of Nerve Fibers

After the Injury

Neural Damage

Chapter 7: What Is Acupuncture and How Does It Relieve Pain?

Energy in the Body

Personal Observations

So How Does Acupuncture Really Work?

Acupuncture Studies

Acupuncture Helps You Move

Acupuncture and the Emotions

Acupuncture for Stress Reduction and Relaxation

A Testimonial

Chapter 8: Electricity Can Heal

Patient Comfort Preferences

What Happens when Electricity Is Applied?

Electrical Treatment Options

Electroacupuncture

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)

Direct Current

Neuromuscular Electrical Nerve Stimulation (NMES)

Microcurrent Electrical Nerve Stimulation (MENS)

Sympathetic Therapy

Transcranial Therapy

Chapter 9: Modified Direct Current to Treat Pain and Enhance Health

Action Potential Simulation (APS) Current Therapy

Research on APS

Additional Clinical Observations

Using MDC Therapy

Chapter 10: Multimodal Approaches to Chronic Pain

General Suggestions

Back Pain

Knee Pain

Joint Stiffness

Pain Without Nerve Damage

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

Circulatory Problems

Wounds

Pain Clinics

Chapter 11: Exercises and Advice for the Care of Your Back and Neck

Physiology of Back Problems

Correct Posture

Exercises for the Neck

Tips for Headache Sufferers

Exercises to Stretch the Thoracic Spine

The Low Back

Tips for Sitting and Driving

Tips for Movement

Progressing to More Advanced Types of Exercise

Chapter 12: Coping Skills

Keep a Progress Diary

Meditate

Exercise

Medicate as Needed

Use TENS

Make Use of the “Electrical Anti-Inflammatory”

Try Electrodermal Patches

Apply Heat or Cold

Get a Massage

Try Acutouch

Apply Topical Medications

Herbal Remedies

Try Magnets

Perform Breathing Exercises

Visualize

Practice Self-Hypnosis

Relax

Observe Good Posture and Ergonomics

Recognize the Importance of Sleep

Set Goals and Pace Yourself

Appendix A: Acupuncture Techniques for Specific Conditions

Instructions for All Acupuncture Treatments, Unless Otherwise Indicated

1. Stress

2. Inflammation

3. Immune System

4. The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)

5. Pain

6. Periosteal Pecking for Burning Pain and Inflammation

7. Plum-Blossom Needling for Indurated Swelling and Pain

8. Subcutaneous Needling Over Painful Areas

9. Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) Needling for Muscle Spasm

Appendix B: Treatment with TENS

Important Information about the Use of TENS

Recommendations for the Use of TENS

Rules of TENS

TENS Electrode-Placement Diagrams

Specific Treatments Using TENS

Combining TENS and Modified Direct Current (MDC) Treatment

Appendix C: Treatment with MDC

Treatment Effects on Different Regions of the Body

Different Types of Pain that Respond to MDC

Treatment of Various Symptoms with MDC

Placement of Electrodes

Endnotes

Glossary

Recommended Reading

Resources

Author’s Clinic

Organizations to Help with Pain

Equipment to Help with Pain

Index