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Cognitive-behavioral therapy for chronic pain in the elderly.
R D Kerns1, J D Otis, K S Marcus
1Psychology Service, Veterans Affairs Connecticut Healthcare System, West Haven, Connecticut 06516, USA. robert.kerns@med.va.gov
Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|July 19, 2001
Summary
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) offers a non-drug approach for chronic pain. This article details CBT application for elderly patients, including case examples and future directions.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Geriatrics
- Pain Management
Background:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a recognized non-pharmacologic treatment for chronic nonmalignant pain.
- Understanding the cognitive-behavioral perspective is crucial for effective pain management.
Observation:
- Developmental considerations for the elderly are important when applying CBT.
- A case example illustrates CBT implementation in an ambulatory care setting for an elderly patient.
Findings:
- The article details the assessment, conceptualization, planning, intervention, and follow-up stages of CBT for chronic pain in the elderly.
- Specific refinements for geriatric populations are suggested.
Implications:
- This work provides a framework for applying CBT to manage chronic pain in older adults.
- Future research should focus on further refining CBT for this demographic.