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    Pain education empowerment programme: understanding pain is the golden key
    (2024) Parker, Romy; Keet, Janet; Saw, Melissa; Duys, Rowan; van der Walt, Johan; the Groote Schuur Hospital Chronic Pain Management Team
    This programme aims to EMPOWER YOU with SELF-MANAGEMENT skills for TREATING PERSISTENT PAIN so that you can get your LIFE BACK. Scientific research tells us that to get the most out of this course it is important for you to: 1. Attend every week for the full course (6-weeks) 2. Set goals 3. Share your experiences and goals with the group 4. Take part in all activities 5. Continue with the medical care recommended for the treatment of your conditions COURSE CONTENT: 1. Week 1: Self-management and Persistent pain physiology 2. Week 2: Exercise 3. Week 3: Stress Management 4. Week 4: Eating Well 5. Week 5: Medications 6. Week 6: Continuing as a successful self-manager