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Cognitive-behavioral therapy for hand and arm pain
Ana-Maria Vranceanu1, Steve Safren
1Department of Psychiatry, Behavioral Medicine Service, Massachusetts General Hostpital, Boston, Massachusetts 02138, USA. avranceanu@partners.org
Summary
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) effectively treats psychological conditions and chronic pain by addressing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This article details CBT strategies for managing hand and arm pain within multidisciplinary care.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Pain Management
- Behavioral Medicine
Background:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a psychological treatment focusing on the interplay of thoughts, behaviors, emotions, and physical sensations.
- CBT demonstrates efficacy in treating psychological disorders and enhancing coping mechanisms for chronic conditions, notably chronic pain.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a general overview of CBT.
- To present specific applications of CBT for pain management.
- To offer guidelines and strategies for utilizing CBT in treating patients with hand and arm pain as part of integrated care.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on CBT principles and applications.
- Synthesis of existing research on CBT for chronic pain.
- Development of practical strategies for CBT implementation in hand and arm pain management.
Main Results:
- CBT is a versatile therapeutic approach applicable to various psychological issues and chronic pain conditions.
- Specific CBT techniques can be adapted to address the complexities of hand and arm pain.
- Integration of CBT into multidisciplinary care models can optimize patient outcomes.
Conclusions:
- CBT is a valuable therapeutic modality for psychological conditions and chronic pain.
- Tailored CBT interventions can effectively manage hand and arm pain.
- Multidisciplinary care incorporating CBT offers a comprehensive approach to pain management.
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