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Anales del Sistema Sanitario de Navarra
versión impresa ISSN 1137-6627
Resumen
RUIZ-ROMERO, MV et al. Non-drug treatments for chronic non-malignant pain: patients’ perceptions. Anales Sis San Navarra [online]. 2021, vol.44, n.1, pp.61-69. Epub 21-Jun-2021. ISSN 1137-6627. https://dx.doi.org/10.23938/assn.0927.
Background
The prevalence of chronic pain in Spain is 17%. There is a need for more scientific data on non-drug treatments that can be effectively used to treat chronic pain. The aim of this study is to analyze how patients with chronic non-malignant pain perceive non-drug approaches.
Method
Mixed, descriptive and phenomenological study. Nineteen patients enrolled in a workshop on pain management and non-drug treatments that consisted of four sessions (one session a week). Each session lasted four hours. The patients then participated in a reflective writing activity about their personal experiences. Data from this activity was then analyzed. Atlas.ti 8 software was used for the qualitative data analysis.
Results
Sixteen participants tried an alternative therapy and fourteen assessed its benefits. The participants’ expectations were divided into three groups of similar size: relief from physical pain, emotional pain management and tools for use in daily life. All the participants were satisfied with the workshop. Perceived personal benefits were better pain and sleep management, reduced fatigue, reduced drug consumption; a more positive approach to life, better mood, more positive energy, more motivation and improved capacity to cope.
Conclusions
The participants commented that the workshop had helped them to reduce pain levels and consume to fewer analgesics, and had reduced other symptoms associated with chronic disease, thus improving their perceived health. They also expressed great satisfaction with the organization and teachers.
Palabras clave : Mindfulness; Quality of life; Chronic pain; Patient reported outcome measures; Complementary therapies.