Mind-body methods of pain management

Journal/Book: Child Adolesc Psychiatr Clin. 1997; 6: Independence Square West, Curtis Center, Ste 300, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3399. W B Saunders Co. 783.

Abstract: Mind-body pain management methods begin with the mind and provide pain relief through an attentional focus. Such management includes hypnosis, biofeedback relaxation, and the bubble-blowing method of behavioral distraction. These active treatments also mobilize a child's coping and recovery skills while controlling anxiety and reliance on medication. Mind-body methods have wide applicability in pediatric practice, do not require a lot of time, and work synergistically with pharmacologic and physical treatments. They fit naturally with the pain experience, and therefore, potentially have a central role in the treatment of pain in children.

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Keyword(s): MEDICAL PROCEDURES; SELF-HYPNOSIS; CHILDREN; BIOFEEDBACK; ADOLESCENTS; REDUCTION; INTERVENTIONS; ANXIETY; CANCER

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