Active Relaxation by Heather Williams Nurse Consultant Chronic Pain Management NUTH

Relaxation is a technique that can help patients with persistent pain to better manage their symptoms. It is hoped that by practicing relaxation patients will become more able to use the technique effectively as part of their pain management. There are two relaxation videos giving an example one of passive and one of active muscle relaxation techniques. Relaxation is best practiced in a quiet safe and comfortable environment. Once familiar with this technique it can become part of your normal routine and may help support patients with sleep, mood and persistent pain. This video is part of a package of care. It is supported by the relaxation classes held by the chronic pain management specialist nurses at the Royal Victoria Infirmary Newcastle.