Biofeedback and Pain Management

Biofeedback and Pain Management: A Clinical Guide provides a detailed understanding of the psychophysiology of chronic pain, biofeedback treatments, the realities of living life with chronic pain limitations, and the role of pain in our lives and society. The book covers evidence on the effective uses of biofeedback interventions for pain management, including protocols, as well as case-based examples and strategies practitioners can use in real-life settings. Sections define biofeedback, including illustrations that depict how biofeedback is a useful part of any pain management treatment plan, cover procedures based on evidence and case examples, and present the social context of chronic pain.

- Describes the psychophysiological processes that contribute to, and worsen, pain experiences

- Explains the role of biofeedback to help patients better attune to their body's available resources and capacities

- Elucidates specific biofeedback protocols to address common challenges in pain management

- Recognizes social factors that aggravate or interfere with personal efforts to limit the pain experience