associated with palliative radiation therapy. Pallia-
tive surgery does entail recovery from the surgery,
though this typically follows a predictable and
fairly rapid course after which relief from the can-
cer pain is often pronounced or complete.
Other Methods of Pain Management
Other methods that may help a person cope with
pain include ACUPUNCTURE, BIOFEEDBACK, HYPNOSIS,
YOGA, andMEDITATION. These methods incorporate
MIND–BODY INTERACTIONS that provide physical,
mental, and emotional changes to lessen the
effects of pain. Acupuncture is also effective for
relieving NAUSEAand other discomforts associated
with CHEMOTHERAPY. These methods may be alter-
natives to medication that allow management of
pain and return to normal activities.
See also CHRONIC PAIN; NEURON; TERMINAL PAIN.pain management in cancer 387