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Area of Science:

  • Occupational therapy
  • Pain management
  • Biopsychosocial health

Background:

  • Chronic pain syndrome is a costly societal health issue.
  • It involves complex sensory, perceptual, psychological, and environmental factors.
  • Interdisciplinary team efforts are crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of chronic pain.
  • To present occupational therapy assessment strategies for chronic pain patients.
  • To outline occupational therapy treatment strategies for chronic pain patients.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing occupational behavior as a framework.
  • Adopting a biopsychosocial approach.
  • Focusing on well behaviors and functional role performance.

Main Results:

  • Occupational therapy offers a valuable frame of reference for chronic pain patients.
  • The biopsychosocial model is effective in addressing multifaceted pain issues.
  • Specific assessment and treatment strategies are applicable.

Conclusions:

  • Occupational therapy is integral to managing chronic pain syndrome.
  • A focus on function and well-being enhances patient outcomes.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration combined with occupational therapy is recommended.