Backaches
Pain Medications
A wide range of drugs are available for the treatment of chronic
pain. Most commonly used are aspirin, acetaminophen, and the
anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen. Then there are the more
powerful narcotic analgesics, such as morphine and codeine.
People respond to these differently and there is no one medication that
is right for everybody. Only a physician who knows your medical
history and what other medications you might be taking is truly
qualified to make the best recommendation for you. And, after
beginning to take one, it is important to keep your physician updated
on their effectiveness, not only if they are working or not, but also
about any side effects you might experience.
Do not fall into the trap of thinking that a lack of effectiveness or
the experience of side effects are things that must be tolerated
without question. Many different drugs are available and
improvements in pharmacology bring us more and better alternatives as
time goes one. Regular contact with a physician is necessary to
make sure the course of medication one is on is indeed the best
available.
Psychological
Approaches
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