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  • 1Regional Pain Clinic, Chedoke-McMaster Hospital, Box 2000, Station "A", Hamilton, Ont. L8N 3Z5 Canada.

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This group program for chronic pain patients significantly reduced pain, depression, and medication use. It also improved employment rates, demonstrating effective coping strategy development.

Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Psychology
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Chronic pain affects numerous individuals, necessitating effective therapeutic interventions.
  • Multidisciplinary pain clinics offer comprehensive management strategies for chronic pain patients.
  • Developing adaptive coping styles is crucial for improving the quality of life for chronic pain sufferers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a group program designed for out-patients with chronic pain.
  • To assess the program's effectiveness in enhancing coping styles and patient outcomes.
  • To identify factors influencing success in chronic pain management programs.

Main Methods:

  • A 9-week group program co-led by physiotherapists and occupational therapists with psychological/psychiatric backgrounds.

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  • Involved 12-14 out-patients with diverse chronic pain etiologies per group.
  • Outcome assessment included pain perception, depression, analgesic intake, and employment status.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant reductions in depression, pain perception, and analgesic intake were observed.
    • Employment rates increased substantially from 20% to 48% post-program.
    • Factors such as sex, marital status, work incentive, employment, and absence of litigation differentiated successful outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • The described group program is effective in improving outcomes for chronic pain patients.
    • The program facilitates the development of more adaptive coping styles, leading to reduced pain and depression.
    • Patient characteristics and external factors play a role in the success of chronic pain management interventions.