Full Description
Chronic pain is a common medical problem shared by roughly 100 million Americans-close to one third of the U.S. population. In the past few decades there has been an alarming trend of using prescription opioids to treat chronic pain. But these opioids-the main prescribed analgesic-come with hidden costs, and this book reveals the ramifications of their use and provides a low or no-risk alternative. Armed with the right information, you can make informed decisions about your pain care. By appreciating the risks and limitations of prescription opioids, and by learning to reduce your own pain and suffering, you will gain control over your health and well-being. Each copy includes Beth Darnall's new binaural relaxation CD, Enhanced Pain Management.
Contents
One Girls Story; A Painkiller Trap?; Prescription Opioids: Know Your Specific Risks; Be Aware of These Opioid Pitfalls; Know & Treat the FULL Definition of Pain; Calm Your Nervous System to Reduce Your Need for Prescription Opioids; Shift Your Thoughts & Emotions to Reduce Your Need for Prescription Opioids; Changing Your Choices will Reduce Your Need for Prescription Opioids; Tapering Off Prescription Opioids: Tips for Success; Putting it All Together in Your Empowerment Program; An Example of Mindful Use of Prescription Opioids; Appendix: Historical Notes; Resources; Glossary.
