Tap in to the power of the mind body connection to manage pain The mind body connection is a holistic approach to healing that addresses how your thoughts, feelings, and attitude can positively impact your body. Mind Body Connection for Pain Management shows you how to integrate this approach into your life, with step-by-step exercises that help you use the power of your mind to relieve all types of pain. Change how you perceive your well-being with a wide range of strategies that let you feel, breathe, and move in new ways. Mind Body Connection for Pain Management features: Psychology-based solutions ―Explore techniques rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, and yoga that have a proven track record for helping manage chronic pain. - Practical and doable ―Learn how to make awareness of your mind body connection a consistent habit, so you can engage it anytime and anywhere. - Anchored in science ―These exercises include simple scientific explanations of how they tap into your body's limbic and nervous systems to help you find pain relief. Discover practical, everyday strategies for relieving pain by mastering the mind body connection. “ Mind-Body Connection for Pain Management is something I really needed as I struggled with how to help my patients suffering from chronic pain. Anna McConville presents the most holistic and science-based approach that I have ever encountered. She discusses therapies for breathing, reframing, affirming, forgiving, meditating, moving, and so much more. It is a new day in medicine regarding how we can be helpful to people with chronic pain!” ―Bill Manahan, MD, Assistant Professor Emeritus, U of MN Department of Family Medicine “Dr. McConville’s approach to pain management through the mind-body connection is a brilliant synthesis of wisdom made accessible for everyone. You hold in your hand the best pain relief possible. Read it, practice the techniques, and get your life back.” ―Brian Luke Seaward, PhD, Author of Achieving the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection and Stand Like Mountain, Flow Like Water “ Mind-Body Connection for Pain Management is easy to understand, has great exercises that specifically call out what they’re good for, and makes so much sense. Dr. McConville is a great teacher, and this book is a national treasure that educates and empowers us to heal ourselves. This book guides us through self-care healthcare in this day and age of expensive insurance is invaluable.” ―Sue Ginsburg, SEO Marketing Expert, Growthlynx “If you are struggling with chronic pain, there is no one better than Anna to unlock the fascinating connection between your mind and body for you. Anna, in her wise and compassionate voice, guides you through an abundance of gentle yet dynamic and effective tools―empowering you with a personalized program for shifting and resolving your own particular pain pattern. I am so excited to share this unique and compelling resource with my clients!” ―Erin O’Meara, MS, LN, Functional Nutritionist With empathy and good humor, Dr. McConville presents a clear explanation of the myriad ways to treat pain. Her writing is easy to understand and yet doesn’t ‘dumb down’ the science behind pain treatment. What a great resource for all patients!” ―Laurie Radovsky, MD ANNA MCCONVILLE, DPT, PT, PNE, is an expert in the field of holistic physical therapy and chronic pain, with certifications in pain neuroscience, biofeedback, Pilates, Reiki, and stress management. She began her career as a professional mime and physical performer, which brings a unique perspective to her work.