People from all walks of life have discovered the life-changing benefits of self-managing pain effectively

"When I first signed up to the course, I really didn't think it would help in any way. I was desperate and ready to try anything, and for £60, it was worth a try. My mindset has been thoroughly changed. There were some key takeaways for me, such as having a positive outlook, that the pain is not (usually) related to damage, to breathe and relax and that I really do need to pace. Putting all of these things into action has changed my life. I am sad this course has come to an end, but so glad I ended up trying it."

I thought initially this course was a waste of time, but I found out so much about myself and my needs, during the first lockdown, both my rottweilers died inside six weeks of each other, but after that everything went pearshaped. After having two hip replacements and knee replacement, in three years, and my lower back is in pain, also depression and anxiety have set in, I think this course helped me. I'm getting more exercise, and actually started a keto diet on Monday, and seen my relatives from London, and a wee six month old, a new addition to our family, god bless her, still doing my exercises, thank you.

You guys so so brilliant,I think I’m problem cannot figure it out to been stop been worrying. When my pain flares up then I stop my goal very hard to do it anyway.I tried everything sometimes nothing helps but then I remember what I learned in course stop & relax but this horrible pain get back again.But I m not going to give up & do one baby step at the time.

"Anyone living with chronic pain should definitely try this course I highly recommend it"

Very useful in many ways. Affirmed previous learning experiences. As regards hurt doesnt mean harm, id feel some input maybe useful as many exercise advice says if it hurts, stop. I have lumbar disc issues so im unclear when to ignore or listen to pain! Thank you for the course

Having quick access to the resources in the library allowed to stay on track! Great idea!

"Would highly recommend to anyone. Found it very useful to help my pain situation"

I have various conditions that cause pain and flare ups, since I was 19 years of age. During which time i learnt to pace and adjust all the sports i was doing. Over the following 38 years i have had to adjust many times. Tried so many treatments. Whilst this course helped to remind me of all the things I already do. It did offer good advice with relaxation. I wish there was more alternative therapies available on the NHS so as a patient I would have real choice

"I have found that I have seen improvements in all areas that the course addressed. I am still very scared at times about the future, but am finding the things in the library may be comforting and useful. Will certainly go on to make use of those and the goal setting and pacing."

Helpful at time, however I felt where do I go from here after I had finished course

I enjoyed the course and found it appropriate to my relationship with pain. The exercises and relaxation techniques were of particular interest and I aim to practice them in the coming weeks. Referring to the library to refresh the advices. I will try to eliminate negative thoughts and aim for better nights sleep. I particularly like the thinking of alternative treatments to the pain killing tablets.

"Really informative and well constructed with lots of practical tips to manage my chronic pain caused by fibromyalgia. Thank you."

I found the course helpful with relaxation techniques and realising I need to be more selfish taking time out to look after myself. But trying to implement these daily is extremely challenging. ( once a week maybe ) Unfortunately my pain does need medical intervention which has been delayed or postponed due to Covid 19 and I am still awaiting an appointment with the consultant. But I did learn to limit my activities and rest in-between to enable me to cope with daily activities.

"Thanks, it will take time but I feel better. I had no expectations, but now I do. Thanks again."

I would like to thank the pain management team for their time and effort which has gone into putting various video links in order to make the course easy to understand and helpful along the way .

Overall the course has helped me but trying to focus at these trying times is testy. I would recommend anyone to try this course.