Pain and it's optimal management

Question 1

When pain extends beyond the normal and expected healing time it becomes known as —– pain.

Answer 1

Chronic

Question 2

Malzeck and Wall developed a pain theory which explained the highly interconnected role neurophysiological processes play in managing pain. This is

Answer 2

The Gate control theory

Question 3

Pain experience as sudden or urgent, for example if you experience an injury or trauma is referred to as —– pain

Answer 3

Acute

Question 4

The awareness that emerges by paying attention on purpose in the present moment, and non judgementally to the experience as it unfolds moment to moment

Answer 4

Mindfulness