Are you tired of living with chronic pain? Do you want to move past it and live a full, meaningful life? Then this comprehensive guide from chronic pain experts at Mayo Clinic is for you. Mayo Clinic Guide to Pain Relief explains the latest information on pain science and chronic pain management, It will help you understand the brain's role in the experience of pain, the role of medicine in pain relief and, most importantly, the role you play in freeing yourself from the effects of chronic pain. The book also explains:, How behaviors and beliefs affect pain., How you can rewire your brain to change your perception of pain., How medications, injections and other interventions fit into pain management., The role of pain specialists, pain clinics and pain rehabilitation programs., Exercise and smarter ways to move as essential components of pain relief., Balance and moderation as key habit sustainers., How to handle setbacks. This book is based directly on the take-charge pain management program at Mayo Clinic's Pain Rehabilitation Center. This highly effective program has helped thousands of people for over 40 years. Through this guide, you'll discover the power of thought and behavior change to help you shift your focus away from pain toward a happier, healthier and more productive life. Use the thoroughly researched, science-based methods contained in this guide to start living better today.