Please note that the dates and instructors listed below are for The Dalles
program at Water’s Edge. Please call us at 541-386-2441 in order
to get details about our Hood River program. Dates and topics are subject
to change but we will make sure to update you when you register.
Explain Pain with Andy Roof, Physical Therapist
NEXT CLASS: Tuesday, May 23, 1-2:30p
Taught by a physical therapist, this class covers the basic physiology
of pain, what is happening in our brains and nerves when we feel pain,
and how a “chronic” pain state develops in our nervous system.
Research shows that people with persistent pain who learn about the science
behind the changes in their nervous system are able to decrease their
perceived pain level.
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How to Live a Fulfilling Life with Pain
NEXT CLASS: Wednesday, May 31, 1-2:30p
This class builds off of Andy Roof’s Explain Pain class discussing
the BIG picture of your pain. A clinical psychologist discusses how to
better understand behavior changes and what gets in the way of living
an enriching life. He gives you strategies that allow for flexible pursuit
of valued activities.
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Nutrition & Pain Management with Tracy Dugick, Registered Dietitian
NEXT CLASS: Tuesday, June 6, 1-2:30p
Chronic inflammation has been shown to be involved in multiple disease
processes that are involved in creating a persistent pain condition. In
this class, a registered dietitian will teach participants how eating
properly can reduce inflammation in the body. A week’s worth of
healthy, affordable meal ideas will be provided.
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Mindfulness Meditation with Jill Keiffer, RN
NEXT CLASS: Tuesday, June 13, 1-2:30p
Certain parts of the nervous system become “wound up” and dysfunctional
in a persistent pain state. Yoga, meditation, deep breathing, and relaxation
can help to calm the nervous system and return it to a healthy state.
In this class, a yoga instructor will cover simple breathing and relaxation
techniques that can be performed daily as part of a self-treatment program.
Mindfulness Movement with Jill Keiffer, RN
NEXT CLASS: Tuesday, June 20, 1-2:30p
This class builds on concepts from Mindfulness Meditation. A licensed yoga
instructor will teach mindful ways of movement that aid in stress reduction,
increase circulation and function, and decrease physical tension.
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Medications for Chronic Pain, Part I with Eric Holeman, Pharmacist
NEXT CLASS: Tuesday, June 27, 1-2:30p
This class is taught by a clinical pharmacist and covers proper pain management
with prescription drugs. Topics covered also include opioid tolerance,
dependence, addiction, and safe tapering or weaning techniques.
Medications for Chronic Pain, Part II with Eric Holeman, Pharmacist
NEXT CLASS: Tuesday, July 5, 1-2:30p
This class builds on the previous week covering proper pain management
with prescription drugs. Topics covered also include opioid tolerance,
dependence, addiction and safe tapering or weaning techniques.
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Sleep it Off: The Interaction Between Pain and Sleep with Dr. Paul Cardosi, Physician
NEXT CLASS: Tuesday, July 11, 1-2:30p
Good sleep is beneficial for mind and body, but pain can get in the way,
and poor sleep may make coping with pain more difficult. This class will
explore this relationship and also options for treatment.
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Class Paperwork
We hand this paperwork out the first day of class and the last day of class
for every student to fill out. However, if you miss the first or last
day of class or want to fill it out before you come you can download it here.
- Patient Information
- Brief Pain Inventory
- Chronic Pain Acceptance Questionnaire
- Pain Self Efficacy Questionnaire
- We want to know what you think! Please fill out the feedback form and bring
to the last day of class.
- Feedback Form