Understanding Primary Care Physicians' Treatment of Chronic Low ...
Understanding Primary Care Physicians' Treatment of Chronic Low ...
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Social Factors and <strong>Chronic</strong> Pain<br />
• A number <strong>of</strong> social factors affect and are<br />
affected by pain.<br />
• Expectations based on previous medical<br />
treatment t tmay lead dto postponement t<strong>of</strong> care<br />
• Frustration over oerlack <strong>of</strong> relief or loss <strong>of</strong> ability to<br />
work may exacerbate perceived severity <strong>of</strong> pain<br />
• Relationships, social support, family functioning<br />
can greatly influence perceived severity <strong>of</strong> pain
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