Holistic Pain Management
HOLISTIC PAIN MANAGEMENT
Our goal with a holistic
pain management is for our patients to surrender the urge to “fix”
themselves. We want our patients to participate in the natural healing
process of life. Issues such as substance abuse, addiction, and mental health problems,
can be exacerbated by the desire to find a quick fix. Holistic pain
management is all about taking the time to understand yourself from the
inside out.
Holistic pain
management is also the focus on rebalancing an individual through
medical, physical, mental, emotional and spiritual care. We believe that
when someone is given proper treatment, they will discover an
opportunity to experience the miracle of change.
Our integrative program for pain management taps a variety of healing options, to bring about change and improve clients’ quality of life. Whether pain is transitory or constant, whether the condition is curable or chronic, we are here to help clients feel better in every way we can.
Holistic pain management is an
approach that takes into account the emotional, mental, and spiritual
needs of the individual in addition to the person’s physical state.
Often, people equate holistic care with non-medical care. However, this
is not always the case. Holistic care includes non-medical approaches
but can include clinical care as well.
Some
of the methods of holistic pain management work to help individuals
overcome substance abuse without the use of prescription drugs. Holistic
pain management can include a variety of treatment methods. It may
include individual talk therapy, yoga, mindfulness meditation training,
or massage therapy. Each of these elements is designed to help those who
are working to overcome substance dependence.
The Goal of Holistic Pain Management
The
main goal of a holistic pain management approach is to treat addiction
from all angles of life. For example, instead of exclusively focusing on
physical symptoms, holistic treatment programs emphasize each
individual patient’s unique complexities. So, a long-lasting recovery is
more likely when a holistic approach to drug addiction treatment is involved.
Additionally,
holistic, by definition, means taking the whole person into account.
While a holistic approach doesn’t ignore physical symptoms of addiction,
these aren’t the center of treatment. By treating the entire person,
not just certain aspects of their health, patients have an opportunity
to reach lasting recovery.
Of
course, it’s important to address the underlying causes of addiction
and deal with the events of the past that may be related to the present.
However, dwelling on those things may prevent individuals from moving
forward. Mindfulness therapy is often helpful in bringing individuals to
a healthy state of mind. This then ultimately helps them to move
forward in their recovery.
We
understand that the road to recovery can seem overwhelming. If this is
all new to you or a loved one, don’t worry. We’re here to listen to your
concerns and walk you through the whole process. If you have any
questions about holistic pain management so far, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Methods in Holistic Pain Management
Holistic
pain management can be used to describe medical treatment that is used
in place of conventional medicine. The use of conventional medicine
combined with alternative medicine, it is called complementary medicine.
Holistic pain management uses a variety of different methods. Some of
the many include acupuncture, chiropractic treatment, yoga,
aromatherapy, relaxation, herbal remedies, and massage.
In the past decade, solid evidence has been gathered for centered around the benefits of mind-body therapies.
As stated by the National Institute of Health,
“In
one of the largest clinical trials to date to test the safety and
efficacy of acupuncture, NIH-supported researchers found that
acupuncture significantly reduced pain associated with osteoarthritis of
the knee when used as a complement to conventional therapy. Other
studies and reviews demonstrated that acupuncture provides relief for
vomiting and nausea from chemotherapy, shows possible effect for tension
headaches, and that acupuncture and simulated acupuncture can both
provide relief for those suffering from low-back pain.”
This
goes to show that there are serious benefits to holistic pain
management. The mind and body are directly affected by each other. This
is why it’s important to take care of yourself from the inside out.
Additional Details on the Methods of Holistic Pain Management
Mind-body
therapies aim to help the mind’s ability to affect the functions and
symptoms of the body. Mind-body therapies use various approaches,
including relaxation techniques, meditation, guided imagery, and
hypnosis. Keep reading to learn more about the specific methods in
holistic pain management.