Focused Review Course: Pain Management-Psychological Evaluation and Treatment for Chronic Pain

Psychological Evaluation and Treatment for Chronic Pain

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The biopsychosocial model of chronic pain takes into account biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors that affect a patient's pain and behavior. It allows for a comprehensive approach to treatment using a multidisciplinary team. It is important for clinicians to recognize coexisting conditions such as sleep disturbances, fatigue, substance abuse, and mood disorders. A comprehensive history and physical examination is necessary for evaluation, along with input from the patient and caregivers. Assessment tools like the QIDS and PDQ can be used. A multidisciplinary pain management approach involves various disciplines and aims to improve pain, mood, function, and quality of life. Psychological therapy can benefit patients with chronic pain and should be personalized to their needs. The goals of pain psychology therapy include providing insight and treating coexisting mood impairments.

Keywords

biopsychosocial model

chronic pain

multidisciplinary team

coexisting conditions

pain psychology therapy