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Pain affects the quality of both the patient's and the family's daily life. Learning techniques to actively manage the pain helps the effectiveness of pain treatment. Therefore, we often refer patients and their families to a clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of chronic pain. Follow-up appointments may be scheduled at Children's Hospital Boston or at a community location that is convenient for the patient and family. Biobehavioral techniques such as relaxation training, biofeedback, and cognitive pain control are taught. We also recommend supportive family counseling, and encourage patients and their families to take an active role in their own care.
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