psychology of pain

Question 1

describe the specificity theory of pain

Answer 1

pain is a symptom of disease - direct relationshoip

Question 2

describe the gate control theory of pain

Answer 2

gate system in spinal cord that can be influenced by the brain

Question 3

describe the neuromatrix theory of pain

Answer 3

pain is a psychological stressor and this can influence pain response

Question 4

Name 4 factors that modulat epain

Answer 4

Expectation
Attention
Emotion
Past experience

Question 5

describe the difference between unidimentional scales and multidimentional scales

Answer 5

1-10 etc limited

multi = asking lots of questions about pain

Question 6

treatment goals of interdisiplinary pain treatment

Answer 6

improve physical function, improve general function, increase self management, reduction in pain level,

Question 7

name 3 interdisciplinary modalities that can be used to combat pain

Answer 7

medications
physiotherapy
behavioural therapy

Question 8

why is pacing important in pain treatment

Answer 8

many patients feel a little bit better and do to much = more pain later

Question 9

what is the acceptance and commitment theory

Answer 9

patients taught to accept pain without trying to avoid it, mindfulness and living in the present
committed action based on values despite pain

Question 10

acupuncture

Answer 10

needles in body - available on the NHS as a treatment for pain . shown that its not just placebo,