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This page contains answers to common
questions handled by our support staff.
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The groups are open to all people with chronic pain. Those
supporting people with chronic pain are also encourage to attend.
All support groups are Free so bring a family member or friend, come
early and enjoy!
Our support groups encourage education and support. Come to
a meeting to learn about how to live with pain and gain support. Plus, check
out our resource section of our web site to get more information
from
the Internet.
All meetings are open to everyone. The spinal cord stimulator
meeting can provide those needing an implant with information and
support. However, chronic pain is the main focus in this group
as it is in every group. Come, enjoy...implant or not, your
welcome at this meeting!!
Dr. David Hanks is a Clinical and Medical Psychologist in the
Plano area. Dr. Hanks has been involved in support groups for
about 20 years. He led the first group for people with Reflex
Sympathetic and Implantable Pain therapies in the state of Texas.
- A persistent state of pain whereby the cause of the pain
cannot be removed. Chronic pain is often associated with
long-term incurable or intractable medical conditions or
disease.
- Chronic pain is that which lasts a long time (over six
months) and is not relieved by standard medical management.
Chronic pain may result from a previous injury long since
healed. Or it may have an ongoing cause, such as arthritis,
cancer, nerve damage, or chronic infection. With chronic pain,
normal lifestyles can be restricted or even impossible. Many
people suffer with chronic pain, unaware that there are a
variety of treatment options that can help them live more normal
lives.
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Several meetings are held throughout the month. Check out
our Meetings section for exact time and place. Download a
calendar for your convenience.
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