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Thought intrusion among adults living with complex regional pain syndrome
Jessica A Lohnberg1, Elizabeth M Altmaier2
1Psychology Service, VA Palo Alto Health Care System.
Purpose:
This study investigated the presence and influence of intrusive thoughts among adults previously diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome.
Method:
The present study used an Internet-based survey completed by a sample (N = 326) from two national organizations.
Results:
After controlling for age, gender, and pain level, intrusive thoughts were significantly related to disability and health-related quality of life.
Conclusions/Implications:
Intrusive thoughts about the inciting event that caused CRPS uniquely influenced pain and quality of life, suggesting a potential mechanism to target for intervention. Understanding factors that relate to maintenance of CRPS and its resulting disability will help in the development of treatments to improve quality of life.
