[Mind-body medicine in pain management].
Schmerz (Berlin, Germany) – December 01, 2023
Source: PubMed
Summary
Chronic pain impacts approximately 3 million people in Germany, often with limited relief from traditional drug therapies. Mind-body medicine (MBM), particularly mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), meditation, and yoga, has shown significant promise in lowering pain intensity. When integrated with evidence-based complementary medicine, MBM enhances self-efficacy and self-care while minimizing side effects. Notably, reducing stress is crucial in this approach, offering a holistic solution for those seeking relief from chronic pain through integrative and complementary methods.
Abstract
Chronic pain affects around 3 million people in Germany. The drug therapies used are only effective to a limited extent and sometimes have considerable side effects. Methods of mind-body medicine (MBM) including especially mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), meditation and yoga, can significantly reduce the perceived intensity of the pain. Combined with evidence-based complementary medicine, MBM as mind-body medicine in integrative and complementary medicine (MICOM) is an effective instrument for self-efficacy and self-care with very few side effects. The reduction of stress plays a key role in this process.