OTher Ways to Treat Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review of Pain Interventions for Adults

Authors

Casey Little, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow
Allison Nye, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow
Kylie Speitel, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow
Desiree Welch, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow

Document Type

Presentation

Publication Date

4-30-2019

Comments

Presentation: 49:25

Abstract

Problem Statement

Chronic pain is a complex medical condition that impacts adults' ability to independently engage in meaningful occupations, such as activities of daily living (ADLs), therefore resulting in an overall decrease in quality of life and feelings of disempowerment

PICO Question

What occupational therapy interventions are effective in improving participation in activities of daily living for adults with chronic pain?

Objectives

At the conclusion of this presentation, participants will:

• Define the pressing limitations to occupational performance in activities of daily living for adults with chronic pain
• Describe interventions within the scope of occupational therapy for adults with chronic pain
• Discuss how the evidence based interventions can be used in clinical practice to increase participation in activities of daily living for adults with chronic pain

Recommended Citation

Little, Casey; Nye, Allison; Speitel, Kylie; and Welch, Desiree, "OTher Ways to Treat Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review of Pain Interventions for Adults" (2019). Collaborative Research and Evidence shared Among Therapists and Educators (CREATE Day). Paper 80.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/createday/80

Language

English