Managing Chronic Pain

Description

Everyone feels physical discomfort at some point in their lives. But for 50 million Americans, pain is an agonizing part of each day. Described by experts as a silent epidemic, chronic pain is the leading cause of adult disability in the United States. It has numerous causes and can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or race. However, with the help of caring specialists, patients can learn to manage their pain and regain control of their lives. This program discusses some of the treatment options that are bringing relief to thousands of chronic-pain sufferers. Medical breakthroughs are leading to novel therapies, providing even more hope for people with chronic pain.

Runtime

27 min

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Date of Publication

[2012], c2008

Database

Films on Demand

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