Psychological Tools Can Help Reduce Opioid Use In Pain Patients

According to a new study cited by ScienceDaily , pain patients might be able to reduce opioid use successfully by using psychological tools. A two year study conducted at Toronto General Hospital, University Health Network found that at-risk chronic pain patients were more successful in reducing opioid use and improving their mood if they received psychological services in addition to regular treatment. You can read more about this study at ScienceDaily.