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Author Spotlight: Methodologies and Advancements of Chronic Pain Management Research
Published on: January 5, 2024
[Chronic pain and the social context]
Anne-Françoise Allaz1, Simona Mateiciuc Leutke1, Christine Cedraschi2
1Clinique de Crans-Montana, Médecine interne de réhabilitation, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, 1211 Genève 14.
Abstract:
The chronic pain complaint is still poorly accepted in the community and even sometimes in the health care system. It may trigger reactions of disbelief, suspicion or rejection. The legitimization and validation of the patient's suffering is a priority in order for him/her to feel believed and understood and improve his/her commitment to the treatment proposal. The social consequences of chronic pain include various limitations, a reduction of activities, of personal and professional ties leading to social exclusion amplifying the painful experience. Exploring his/her social context during the consultation often helps the patient to re-establish significant links. It leads to wider therapeutic approaches focusing on the strengthening of social support, with documented benefits on pain experience, mood and quality of life.
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