| Question Answer Yes or No | ||
| Are you looking to change a specific behavior? | ||
| Are you willing to make this behavior change a top priority | ||
| Have you tried to change this behavior before? | ||
| Do you believe there are inherent risks/dangers associated with not making this behavior change? | ||
| Are you committed to making this change even though it may prove challenging? | ||
| Do you have support for making this change from friends, family, and loved ones? | ||
| Besides health reasons, do you have other reasons for wanting to change this behavior? | ||
| Are you prepared to be patient with yourself if you encounter obstacles, barriers, and/or setbacks? |
When dealing with any chronic conditions there are often behaviors that can improve the quality of life.
In Neurological Pain Education the quote is “Movement is the best pain killer in the world.” This is supported by science. Staying hydrated helps reduce pain itself and helps distribute medication in the body.
20 minutes hot, and 20 minutes cold can be helpful to bring circulation to the area and the cool helps reduce inflammation and pain. Depending on what is going on K-tape can help with sprains and bruises. Consult your provider and when getting physical therapy consider it a new lease on life: put your heart into it and REALLY DO IT AT HOME AS YOU ARE GUIDED! Continue to move after therapy is over to gain and keep your body functioning at an optimal level! Eat well and rest well too!