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Chronic Pain | Last Active: Apr 8 10:05am | Replies (640)
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@arniec

There is a similar program in chicago at the shirley ryan ability lab (local). I had a discussion with a dr and staff member about the program, and there is much that is not applicable for neuropathy. I’ve had 2 rounds of physical therapy. Its either neutral of it can cause pain for days. I’m familiar with CBT and have been thru that with several psychologist’s and use the techniques. Unfortunately the techniques only work for me while I concentrate on them. I’ve been exposed to “mindfullness” but as I ask more questions, I conclude that “here is something, but we don’t know its application”. I’m moving to part time work as a step to full retirement. I’m hoping some enjoyable activities will act as a distraction. Work isn’t a distraction. So thank you, I will keep this in mind. Perhaps I’ll consider more seriously in 6 months.

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Feb 28, 2022

@arniec I'm happy to hear of your retirement goals! Enjoyable activities are most certainly needed in helping to live more successfully with chronic symptoms. I structure my distractions in a weekly schedule. I've been unable to work for 5 years now and really benefit from keeping a daily/weekly planner, like when I used to work. It keeps me on par with holding myself accountable to the tools I learned at Mayo Pain Rehab. The structure has helped me tremendously.

The last nugget I want to give you about PRC is that the beauty and success of the program comes from the team approach they take to comprehensive rehabilitation for individuals affected by all sorts of disabilities (including neuropathy). I yearned for a team to collectively review my case and put my needs first. I also had gone to PT, psychologists, pain management docs for years prior, but it wasn't a package deal, so to speak, no-one worked together for my best interest. Total game changer for me. I'm glad to hear you will keep it in your back pocket for possible consideration in the future.

Congratulations on your upcoming part-time position! May you enjoy the reduction of hours and find joy. Don't wait for full retirement to find those distracting activities. You're worth it now! 🙂

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