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Mindfulness-based health promotion

Abstract

Chronic pain affects quality of life and prevents patients from engaging in and enjoying life. This presentation will highlight the positive effects of mindfulness techniques in patients with chronic pain. As healthcare providers, it is imperative to empower patients with tools to self manage their pain.

Author Details

Debra Kahnen, BSN, RN, CMSRN, Professional Development, Methodist- Richardson Medical Center, McKinney, Texas, USA; Marygrace Leveille, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, Baylor Scott & White Healthcare System, Baylor University Medical Center of Baylor Scott & White Health, Dallas, Texas, USA

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Lead Author Affiliation

Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Chronic Pain, Mindfulness Techniques, Self-regulation

Conference Name

29th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Melbourne, Australia

Conference Year

2018

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Chronic pain and the effects of self-regulation and mindfulness

Melbourne, Australia

Chronic pain affects quality of life and prevents patients from engaging in and enjoying life. This presentation will highlight the positive effects of mindfulness techniques in patients with chronic pain. As healthcare providers, it is imperative to empower patients with tools to self manage their pain.