title: An approach to the management of chronic pain.
abstract: Chronic pain can often be managed without the use of drugs. A psychotherapeutic approach using hypnosis is outlined. Understanding and relieving the suffering component allow a more effective control of pain by hypnosis, and make a return to normal possible.
authors.forename: P G
authors.initials: PG
authors.lastname: Fildes
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006990:Hypnosis; D008297:Male; D010146:Pain / Q000523:psychology; D059408:Pain Management; D013404:Suggestion