STOMP Table of Contents
STructure your Own Management of Pain
The Swedish STOMP program is intended to be a resource for those of you facing the limitations of the medical system in dealing with your complex chronic pain needs. The choice is clear. You have to learn to take charge of your own care. Each chapter below addresses a topic that affects the perception of pain.
Download the entire STOMP booklet as a PDF or select a highlighted chapter below to view the contents online.
Chapter 1 – Learn about Pain
Topics Include:
- Introduction to Mind Body Medicine
- Neuroplasticity
- Pain Management Resources
o Determining the Validity of Online Resources
o Books and Online Resources
Chapter 2 - Sleep and Pain
Topics Include:
- Sleep Hygiene
- Techniques to Fall Asleep
- Specific Sleep Issues
Chapter 3 – Calming the Nervous System
Topics Include:
- A Mind Body Approach
- Mindfulness
- Relaxation
- Clinical Hypnosis
- Writing/Journaling
- Music Therapy
- Anxiety and Depression
- Trauma
- Thoughts
- Joy, Pleasure, and Spirituality
Chapter 4 – Outside the “Box”
Topics Include:
- Relationships
- Hobbies
Chapter 5 – Caring for Your Body
Topics Include:
- Nutrition and Weight Management
- Smoking
- Physical Activity
- Headache Management
Chapter 6 – Complementary Therapies
Topics Include:
- Complementary Therapies for Pain
Chapter 7 – Medications
Topics Include:
- Pain Medications
- Protecting Your Medications
- Substance Use
Chapter 8 – Role of Procedures
Topics Include:
- Spinal Injections
- Implantable Pain Devices
Chapter 9 – Role of Spine Surgery
Topics Include:
- Surgical Decision Making
Contact Us
First Hill 206-386-2013
Edmonds 425-673-3820
Issaquah 425-313-7100
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Headache Support Group at Swedish Issaquah
Meetings held the second Monday of each month from 6:30-8 pm in the second floor conference room at Swedish Issaquah.
