People with chronic pain often feel anxious a lot of the time.
These anxious feelings can stop you from doing lots of different activities, especially physical ones, which in the long run can make your pain worse. It is important to have a plan to breakdown your anxiety brick.
Play the video to learn to use the tips and tools to Be Pain Smart.
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Spending time worrying about your future can have a big impact on how you manage pain
You might feel stressed or worried about your pain and stop doing things you enjoy
Learning to slowly work on your fears, especially about moving, can help to manage your pain
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Spending time worrying about your future can have a big impact on how you manage pain
Calm your mind through relaxation, meditation or listening to music
Try to catch your thoughts before they become your worst fears
Explore ways to get rid of the tension in your body
You might feel stressed or worried about your pain and stop doing things you enjoy
Learning to slowly work on your fears, especially about moving, can help to manage your pain
