These include visualization, relaxation techniques such as yoga and meditation, biofeedback, and hypnosis. You may discover if you are comfortable with such strategies by trying them once or twice. They work best, however, with everyday practice. Start with the NIH Institutes that support research on your type of pain. Whatever your age, and even if your mobility is limited, you can benefit from simple stretching and other exercise.
Activity increases flexibility, range of motion, and stamina.
Join a support group. Share feelings and coping strategies with others facing similar problems. Ask your doctor for names of groups in your community. You also can find support groups on the Internet. Use any search engine, and type in the name of your illness.