Breathing exercise for chronic pain
Did you know most of us breathe about twenty thousand times a day? People with chronic pain are at risk of developing a shallow and disordered breathing pattern, which might contribute to ongoing pain and depressive symptoms. Teaching people with chronic pain to improve their breathing is beneficial, but access to pain services is a barrier for many people with chronic pain, especially those living in rural areas.
This project will evaluate the effectiveness of breathing training for people with chronic pain delivered as an online group by an allied health professional. Ultimately, we hope to provide evidence for an accessible and effective self-management program to reduce the burden of chronic pain on individuals and their families.
To apply to participate click here, or for more information email us at asta.fung@uon.edu.au
This project is led by Professor Suzanne Snodgrass at the University of Newcastle.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.