Chronic Pain Management & Functional Restoration Training Spaulding Medford provides coordinated interdisciplinary pain rehabilitation emphasizing functional improvement. Treatment integrates physical and occupational therapies with mind and body approaches to pain management. Our objective is to help people improve function, better manage pain and regain a high quality of life. Who Can Benefit from Pain Rehabilitation? Individuals who are committed to finding alternative approaches to medicine, to enhance function and manage persistent pain related to diagnoses such as: | • | Back pain | | • | Neck pain | | • | Fibromyalgia | | • | Arthritis/Joint pain | | • | Headache/Migraines | | • | RSD/CRPS | | • | Myofascial pain | | • | Lyme disease | | • | Pelvic pain |
You may be a candidate for the Pain Rehabilitation/Functional Restoration Program if your pain:| • | Interferes with daily functioning (work, housework, childcare, etc) | | • | Limits enjoyment of social, recreational and leisure activities | | • | Has not responded to previous treatment | | • | Affects sleep | | • | Causes irritability, fatigue, depression, anxiety and/or social isolation. |
If the above applies to you, ask your doctor for a referral to the Spaulding Medford Pain Management/Functional Restoration program. Comprehensive Pain Rehabilitation Evaluation All patients receive a comprehensive evaluation by a team of pain specialists. A treatment plan is then formulated to address mutually agreed upon goals, such as: | • | Increasing ability to perform daily activities | | • | Improving sleep, mood, and cognitive functioning | | • | Rebuilding family and social support systems | | • | Resuming work and family roles as appropriate | | • | Managing pain through a variety of non-medication approaches. |
The Pain Rehabilitation Team Approach Pain impacts all aspects of a person's life. Our interdisciplinary approach includes the medical management, psychological support, physical and functional rehabilitation services. Physiatry — A physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, who oversees care and provides consultation and treatment appropriate to your individual pain condition(s). Physical Therapy — helps you regain your strength, flexibility and endurance through an individually designed program integrating: | • | Aerobic conditioning | | • | Pain control modalities, such as ice and self-massage, etc. | | • | Postural education and training | | • | Stretching and strengthening exercises. |
Occupational Therapy — helps you resume daily activities without increased pain through: | • | Adaptive T'ai Chi and Yoga | | • | Biofeedback and relaxation training skills | | • | Body mechanics and ergonomics for home, work and leisure | | • | Pain coping skills training | | • | Work simulation to enhance work capacity |
Psychology — Our psychologist and psychiatrist provide a variety of psychological services in group and individual formats including: | • | Mind body training | | • | Supportive counseling | | • | Cognitive behavioral therapy | | • | Energy psychology | | • | Meditation and self-hypnosis training. |
Integrative/Holistic Medicine Services — Energy-based therapies, such as Reiki, are available if recommended by your pain rehabilitation treatment team. Integrative medicine services are not covered by your insurance and are available on a self-pay basis. Patient Testimonials "I have been to a couple of Rehabilitation centers and your center is far more superior in many ways. The therapists are much more knowledgeable, and can get in more helpful information in 30 minutes than I've received in 45-50 minutes at other places. They have all been very professional, caring, and friendly. Many Thanks for a Great Staff." - Former program patient
" With the help and support of all my therapists and friends at Spaulding, I discovered that I am not alone with my pain. Finally! I was surrounded by people who understood." - Amy from Lexington "What I found in this program were wonderful, competent, and truly caring professionals who actually believed me when I said I was in pain. I also learned that being in pain does not mean lying down and dying, but consciously implementing the tools I learned Such as pacing, tai chi, body mechanics, meditation, as well as breathing techniques. Physical exercise has now become part of my day. Lastly, but most importantly I've learned that I am not alone." - Lana "Before entering the program the only people I saw during the day were the ones on TV. Spending two days a week among caring people with similar experiences and goals has helped boost my spirits and reintroduce me into the world. I will never forget the love, kindness and unwavering encouragement everyone showed me throughout the program." - Beth | Contact Us The Spaulding Rehabilitation Network accepts most insurance plans. Our staff will assist you in verifying the insurance coverage for treatment at our center. For more information please call our Patient Services Representative at (781) 391-7518 or send a fax to (781) 391-1030. |
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