Psychologically based interventions for adults with chronic neuropathic pain: a scoping review.
Pain medicine (Malden, Mass.) May 3, 2024 Mayumi Oguchi, Michael K Nicholas, Ali Asghari et al. 9 citations
Psychologically based interventions may help adults with chronic neuropathic pain, but evidence remains limited. A scoping review of 33 articles identified four main approaches: cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness/meditation, trauma-focused therapy, and hypnosis. Only 13 randomized controlled trials were found, and of those, 9 had at least 20 participants per group after treatment. Cognitive-behavioral therapy was the most common approach, while mindfulness/meditation was the most frequently used technique. Nearly half to two-thirds of studies reported significant improvements in pain, disability, or distress, suggesting potential benefit. An updated systematic review appears warranted.