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Distract Yourself

Back to PAIN – Some Interesting Researched Facts

You already know that focusing on pain can just make it worse. That's why one potent prescription for relief is to keep busy with activities that take your mind off the pain. Take that cooking class you've had your eye on, join a garden club, try dance lessons. Even if you can't control the pain, you can control the rest of your life. Get started!

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Table of Contents

  • The Weather Affects on Pain
  • Women do handle pain better than men
  • Is REST good for pain relief?
  • An Overweight condition can worsen the pain
  • Exercise when in pain. Yes or No?
  • Pain is a reality even if the source or exact point cannot be found
  • Should I learn to live with the pain?
  • No Pain – No Gain!
  • Ageing and Pain
  • Pain Killers Could Lead to Addiction
  • Get an Endorphin Boost: Light Exercise and / or Stretching
  • Breathing, Meditation, and Biofeedback
  • Avoid Alcohol
  • Cut Pain: Quit Smoking
  • Give Your Body a Boost: Eat Better
  • Journal: Help Your Doctor Help You
  • Schedule Relaxation, Set Limits
  • Distract Yourself
  • Know Your Medicines
  • You're Not Alone

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