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Pain is one of the most original and oldest experiences of humans and is an example of the psychosomatic interconnection and unity of processes in the human organism. For man it is above all a subjective experience and condition. Pain can be divided into acute and chronic pain. In both it is possible to influence by psychological means in particular the intensity of pain, which is done by means which reduce anxiety, fear and tension. In case of acute pain this is achieved by the psychological approach of the doctor who should be empathic and be an authority for the patient. Muscular relaxation of the patient has also a favourable effect, similarly as the possibility to manifest pain freely and distracting attention from pain. Only in exceptional cases hypnosis and suggestion can be used. Chronic pain can be mitigated by psychotherapeutic programmes by means of which we alter the patient's incorrect idea on the origin of pain and help him to gain control over his pain and promote his activity and self-consciousness. It is advisable to engage in therapy also the family and support the formation of self-help groups. In the USA and FRG favourable and stable results are reported with influencing of pain and its therapy by psychological procedures.
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PMID:[Moderating pain by psychological means]. 202

To determine how pain is assessed and managed in the early postoperative period, what the prescribing habits and general opinions on postoperative pain are, and what suggestions for future improvement could be made, questionnaires were sent to 430 anesthesia departments in the FRG. Of these, 188 were returned (38% response). Systemic treatment (opiates, major and minor tranquilizers, peripherally acting analgesics and spasmolytics) was preferred in most cases, although regional anesthesia/analgesia seems to be rather popular. Data are given not only for analgesic techniques, but also for the most frequently used drugs. The study highlighted deficiencies in communication between the anesthetic staff and the patients that resulted in poor assessment of acute pain problems. The findings indicate a need to document pain and pain relief more often and more precisely in order to improve postoperative pain control.
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PMID:[Status of postoperative pain therapy in West Germany. Results of a representative survey]. 288 94