" To regain control of your life, it is important to learn how to cope with chronic pain. Although your pain may never go away, it is possible to reduce pain levels and, more importantly, to improve the quality of your life.
" To do so, you may need a multidisciplinary approach to chronic pain. While many people with pain have tried every available medical intervention without great success, sometimes these therapies are most effective when performed together in a controlled setting.
" A multidisciplinary pain program can provide you with the necessary skills, medical intervention, and direction to effectively cope with chronic pain. Here is advice on how to locate a pain management program in your area, what to look for in a well-defined pain program, and what other issues to consider."
http://www.theacpa.org/aboutpainmanagement/chooseaprogram.htm
X> CONSUMER GUIDELINES TO SELECTING A PAIN UNIT:
** Make sure you locate a legitimate program:
** Choose a good program that is convenient for you and your family:
** Learn something about the people who run the program:
** Make sure the program includes most of the following features:
** Be sure your family can be involved in your care:
** Also consider these additional factors: