Pathway through Pain Avis 

I wouldn't refer to this course as a pathway through pain, but it is an insight into pain. Most long-term pain sufferers have already been through most of these steps in order to relieve some of it themselves. Most have started with physio, and have tried various pain medications before being sent on this course, which feels like you are being told some of it is all in your head. I've given it 3/5 simply because some people may get some use out of the coping mechanisms used, such as calming techniques when you get angry at the world or yourself, or the understanding that you are not the only one in this position.

Nothing went wrong,all the doctors were lovely,just didn't help my pain atall I'm afraid

It’s been good to be able to do the course at my own speed, I enjoyed the meditations but as I’ve struggled for at least four years with the pain I am struggling with the idea that the course will overcome everything and all will be well but I’m going to try.

The exercises are useful but, I cannot do meditation sessions very well. Cannot relax. The chronic pain would have been okay if chronic daily headache was included as well as back pain.

I think this is a great way to help with pain management if you haven't tried any self help. For me, i have tried all of these methods before, so was quite disappointed that there wasn't any new ideas or developments.

I thought Charles was very articulate in explaining the various subjects he discussed.Wish he was my doctor!!
Overall the course helped me to understand that pain cant always be cured and the best that I can hope for is to manage my own pain as best as I can.

It's was all for back pain and I don't have back pain

some of the information was very helpful & have implemented them into my daily routine'.

Sorry,it did nothing for me.

All the videos were well made and easy to understand. I totally get the excercise programs to help with pain also the positive mindset.
Meditation and relaxation don’t really work for me. But overall a worthwhile experience.

All exercises etc seemed to be for people with back pain. I don’t have back pain so it didn’t really help me much

Easy listening .very interesting

I found it boring unhelpful and videos had droney voices didn't help me at all intact if I followed advice could make my pain worse

Some good advice and exercises, only managed a few sessions but enjoyed them

It was easy to follow & the ability to go back in to use relaxation is good

Some interesting helpful info. Not all of it works for me. But that doesn’t mean it won’t for you.

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I found this. Very useful it coverd everything and it is all saved on the app

It was good to feel that I’m not alone in this. Advice has been implemented but can’t say it’s helped much with my condition or the pain and feel it may be a way of getting people off the pain management waiting list. I’ve now been on the list over 18 months and getting more and more depressed. People should not have to put up with daily pain like this. Surely new treatments should be available such as gel injections or stem cell treatment. Meditation and stretching etc etc don’t relieve the pain

Was small videos so could understand more, only certain amount per day.
Meditation was great

Was a great way to engage at your own leisure and a very informative way to learn the basics of Pain Management