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Effectiveness of an Interdisciplinary Chronic Arthritis Pain Group Intervention in an Outpatient Healthcare Setting
Title
Effectiveness of an Interdisciplinary Chronic Arthritis Pain Group Intervention in an Outpatient Healthcare Setting.
Creator
De Pesa, Natasha, Cassisi, Jeffrey, Negy, Charles, Joseph, Dana, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that often results in inflammation, pain, fatigue, functional impairment, and psychosocial difficulties. The current study examines the effectiveness, feasibility, and sustainability of an interdisciplinary chronic pain intervention for patients with RA. Wearable fitness trackers were incorporated into the intervention and objectively measured participant physical activity. A total of 44 participants received the intervention and...
Show moreRheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that often results in inflammation, pain, fatigue, functional impairment, and psychosocial difficulties. The current study examines the effectiveness, feasibility, and sustainability of an interdisciplinary chronic pain intervention for patients with RA. Wearable fitness trackers were incorporated into the intervention and objectively measured participant physical activity. A total of 44 participants received the intervention and completed outcome measures. Results supported improvements across multiple domains at the end of treatment and at 4-week follow-up compared to treatment baseline. Mixed multilevel repeated measures modeling revealed significant overall improvements in many primary (i.e., self-efficacy for managing chronic disease, pain intensity, pain interference, depression, and health-related quality of life), secondary (i.e., physical functioning, overall quality of life, and chronic pain acceptance), and in an objective measure of physical activity (i.e., average steps per day). Effect sizes were generally small to medium and were similar to or better than those reported in meta-analyses. Patients with comorbid fibromyalgia syndrome recorded significantly worse scores across measures, but showed steady improvement throughout the intervention. Mixed-method analysis suggested that patients were interested in and satisfied with the intervention. Implications for optimization and long-term sustainability are discussed.
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Date Issued
2016
Identifier
CFE0006451, ucf:51437
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0006451
THE USE OF YOGA FOR CHRONIC PAIN MANAGEMENT IN THE PEDIATRIC POPULATION
Title
THE USE OF YOGA FOR CHRONIC PAIN MANAGEMENT IN THE PEDIATRIC POPULATION.
Creator
Huff, Annabeth, Burr, Joyce, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
Chronic pain has an adverse impact on the quality of life in children and adolescents. It can impair a child's physical, psychological, and social functioning, leading to lower satisfaction with life and poor self-image related to health status. Forty-five percent of children experience chronic pain related to either disease processes or idiopathic causes. Not all children who suffer from chronic pain respond to traditional therapies. The purpose of this literature review was evaluation of...
Show moreChronic pain has an adverse impact on the quality of life in children and adolescents. It can impair a child's physical, psychological, and social functioning, leading to lower satisfaction with life and poor self-image related to health status. Forty-five percent of children experience chronic pain related to either disease processes or idiopathic causes. Not all children who suffer from chronic pain respond to traditional therapies. The purpose of this literature review was evaluation of current research on the use of yoga as an integrative therapy for chronic pain management in the pediatric population. A database search of CINAHL, MEDLINE, and PsycINFO was conducted. Yoga has few side effects, is inexpensive, and can be practiced almost anywhere, regardless of physical ability or age. There is limited research on the use of yoga as an intervention within the pediatric population. Existing research supports the efficacy of yoga for chronic pain management.
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Date Issued
2015
Identifier
CFH0004798, ucf:45332
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0004798
COMPLEMENTARY AND INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES FOR THE TREATMENT OF FIBROMYALGIA
Title
COMPLEMENTARY AND INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES FOR THE TREATMENT OF FIBROMYALGIA.
Creator
Hushla, Jennifer, Burr, Joyce, Forlaw, Loretta, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a debilitating and chronic condition with an array of symptoms, the most distinguishable being widespread pain. FMS patients experience a marked decrease in quality of life related to intensity of symptoms. Current treatment options and pharmaceuticals do not provide adequate relief. This thesis examines integrative and complementary therapy options for symptom management and improvement of quality of life for FMS patients. A literature review was conducted of...
Show moreFibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a debilitating and chronic condition with an array of symptoms, the most distinguishable being widespread pain. FMS patients experience a marked decrease in quality of life related to intensity of symptoms. Current treatment options and pharmaceuticals do not provide adequate relief. This thesis examines integrative and complementary therapy options for symptom management and improvement of quality of life for FMS patients. A literature review was conducted of English current research using multiple databases. Findings indicate mindful movement therapies (MMT) such as yoga and tai chi, mindfulness, sensory-related relaxation techniques with guided imagery, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) provided some relief and increased in perceived quality of life (QoL).
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Date Issued
2018
Identifier
CFH2000367, ucf:45900
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH2000367
AN EXPLORATION OF CHRONIC PAIN EXPERIENCE, COPING, AND THE NEO FIVE FACTORS IN HIGH FUNCTIONING ADULTS
Title
AN EXPLORATION OF CHRONIC PAIN EXPERIENCE, COPING, AND THE NEO FIVE FACTORS IN HIGH FUNCTIONING ADULTS.
Creator
Stalter, Juliana, Mottarella, Karen, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
Chronic pain affects nearly 48 million Americans (Haggard, Stowell, Bernstein, & Gatchel, 2008). Established guidelines for pain management encourage the use of personality assessment in chronic pain evaluation (Karlin, Creech, Grimes, Clark, Meagher, & Morey, 2005). In relation to the Big Five personality factors, low Openness relates negatively to treatment success, (Hopwood, Creech, Clark, Meagher, & Morey, 2008), and elevated Neuroticism scores also correlate with increased pain levels...
Show moreChronic pain affects nearly 48 million Americans (Haggard, Stowell, Bernstein, & Gatchel, 2008). Established guidelines for pain management encourage the use of personality assessment in chronic pain evaluation (Karlin, Creech, Grimes, Clark, Meagher, & Morey, 2005). In relation to the Big Five personality factors, low Openness relates negatively to treatment success, (Hopwood, Creech, Clark, Meagher, & Morey, 2008), and elevated Neuroticism scores also correlate with increased pain levels among individuals in hospital or rehab settings (Ashgari & Nicholas, 2006; Nitch & Boon, 2004). In contrast to these prior studies, this study identifies correlates in a relatively high-functioning population (college students) to further elucidate the connection between chronic pain and personality. This study compares scores on the NEO-FFI (Costa & McCrae, 1992), the West Haven-Yale Multidimensional Pain Inventory (WHYMPI, Kerns, Turk, & Rudy, 1985), and the Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists, 2010). Significant correlations were found between Neuroticism, Extraversion, and Agreeableness and select subscales of both the WHYMPI and the PCS. A linear regression of scores showed that Neuroticism was very strongly related to WHYMPI scores. In fact, the WHYMPI scores accounted for 67.9% of variance in Neuroticism. Scores on the WHYMPI also correlated with PCS scores. Helplessness and Overall scores significantly correlated to Life Control and certain positive social support scores. The findings of this study emphasize the need for pain clinicians to incorporate psychological assessments, especially concerning Neuroticism, into their evaluations of chronic pain patients.
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Date Issued
2011
Identifier
CFH0004121, ucf:44863
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0004121